New York Residential Sale of Houses and Townhouses

Houses and townhouses are single family homes, unlike condominiums and apartment complexes, which are owned by the people that live within them. Houses and townhouses can also be owned by individuals who decide to rent them out to other individuals or families. When preparing to sell a house or a townhouse, especially if the owner goes about it without a realtor, an attorney should be hired to help with the process of writing the contract and all of the terms of the contract. An attorney will be able to make sure that the terms of the contract are legal, that the asking price is fair, and that the house or townhouse is in pristine living condition and passes all fire and safety codes. When preparing to sell a house or townhouse the seller should update or renovate the oldest parts of the building if at all possible. Renovations include replacing old carpeting, installing new windows, installing new faucets or entire sinks, giving the building a fresh coat of paint and much more.

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When selling a house or townhouse, pictures of the unit should be taken to provide to the public so potential buyers can decide whether or not they even want to physically take a tour of the house. The listing on the market should include a list of all the rooms, their sizes, and any other amenities the house or townhouse might have such as a deck, a pool, and appliances. When the closing date is set, the seller should make sure that their lawyer is present to make sure that everything taking place is legal. Any forms that need to be filed with the township or the county can be filed by the attorney if need be. The contract should include the following items:

• The name and address of the buyer
• The name and address of the seller
• The date of closing
• The price of the sale
• The location (address) of the house or townhouse
• The signatures of the buyer and the seller

Selling a house or a townhouse can be a difficult thing to do, especially in this economy, but with the help of a lawyer it can become a simpler process.

Are you interested in more information regarding your rights under New York Residential Sale of Houses and Townhouses?  Contact one of the experienced New York Residential Sale of Houses and Townhouses Attorneys with the law office of Weinstein, Chase, Messinger, & Peters today.