Yes. Current legislation in Delaware mandates the physical presence of an attorney at real estate closings.

They perform different roles. A real estate agent (or realtor) helps clients buy or sell property and typically earns a commission based on the sale price. A real estate attorney provides legal advice and assistance throughout the transaction process, including drafting and reviewing contracts, conducting due diligence, and resolving title disputes.

Our initial consultation fees start at $300. If we proceed with any legal service, those $300 are applied toward our fees, and the consult is free.

Our fees vary depending on the case. For settlement/closing fees, our price range is from $1400-$1600. Any additional matter is charged on an hourly basis, case by case.

There is no one-size fits all formula. We encourage you to use our estimate generator for an accurate estimate. However, generally, the most common fees when closing on your home include the following:

Financing Fees

Lender origination fee – they are typically about 1% of your loan amount.

Home appraisal fee – the fee ranges between $400-800

Credit Report Fee – Lenders should charge around $30

Legal Fees

Attorney Fees – the estimate range is $1400-$1600 (Includes Title Exam and Attorney Review Fee, Settlement, Admin Fees, and Transaction Coordination)

State Fees

Deed and Mortgage Recording Fee – The government charges per page for recording should total around $58-$109.

Transfer Taxes – The state of Delaware charges a transfer tax rate of 4% of the sale price. Generally, it is split between buyer and seller.

Property Taxes – Delaware charges a 0.52% property tax from the property value. This can vary on a county or city basis.

Additional Fees

Lender/Owner’s Title Insurance – This will depend on property value.

Current HOA Fees vary depending on the community and the established Homeowners Association fee.

Survey Fees – Ranges from $625- $1200

Inspection Fees - Approximate of $500 - $1,000

It can vary in length depending on factors such as the type of property being bought or sold, the complexity of the transaction, and the parties involved. Generally, the process can take around 30 days. However, we can expedite cash deals or seller financing transactions with awesome lenders on the other side.

Some issues that can arise during real estate transactions include issues with the property’s title, zoning, and land use restrictions, environmental issues, and disputes over contract terms or pricing.

Our firm’s office hours are from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EST, Monday through Friday. Please feel free to e-mail us 24/7 at realestate@lem.associates .

Our office is located at 34385 Carpenters Way, Unit A, Lewes, DE 19958

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Yes. Call us to book an appointment and discuss, but we do handle cases virtually if needed or throughout the Sussex & Kent County, Delaware area.

Our General fax number is (302) 703-7726. Please be sure to include your name, client number (if you have one), current telephone number, and the best time to reach you.

You can contact attorney Laneyscha Echevarria at echevarria@lem.associates, Sohany Lopez at lopez@lem.associates, Olivia Blair at blair@lem.associates, and Paola Arredondo at arredondo@lem.associates.