The Law Office of Eric Habib is a full service real estate transaction law firm. We offer our expert services to individuals and businesses throughout Long Island, Westchester and the five boroughs of New York City. Whether you are a first time homebuyer or an experienced real estate investor, real estate attorney Eric Habib will give you the one-on-one personal service you deserve. We represent clients in the purchase and sale of all types of real estate including:
- Co-ops
- Condos
- Single family houses
- Multifamily houses
- New construction
- Apartment buildings
The purchase of real estate may be one of the most significant investments you will make in your lifetime. Whether you are buying or selling a home to live in, or buying a property to invest in, there may be several challenges throughout the transaction. In today's real estate market, you need to make sure your interests are protected. You could go through this process alone. Or you can hire an experienced real estate attorney to guide you through the process.Eric Habib has over 12 years of experience in the real estate world, and puts the full force of that experience behind each and every client.
In every real estate transaction, there are different people involved from the real estate agent and mortgage broker to the appraiser, inspector, Title company and surveyor. Choosing the right people to assist you through your transaction can make the difference between a smooth transaction and a nightmare. Start by choosing an experienced and knowledgeable real estate attorney.
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Services for Buyers:
- Preparation/review of purchase contract
- Negotiation of any modifications to purchase contract
- Review title searches and title insurance commitment
- Review Survey
- Review of mortgage commitment and financing arrangements
- Review home inspection report
- Review of zoning
- Advice on how title should be taken
- Advice regarding any unforeseen issues
- Attendance with client at settlement
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Services for Sellers:
- Review of the brokerage or listing agreement
- Preparation/review of purchase contract
- Negotiation of any modifications to purchase contract
- Review title commitment and address any defects
- Preparation of seller's Deed
- Preparation of power of attorney and other related documents
- Attendance with client at settlement
- Advice on the tax consequences
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Services for Real Estate Investors:
- Double Closings
- Flipping Properties
- Short Sales
- Contract Assignments
- Owner Financing
- Lease Options
- 1031 Exchanges
Buying a home is the largest financial investment most families make. But there is more to buying a house than just signing documents—that is why you need an experienced real estate attorney to guide you through the entire process, not just the real estate closing. At the Law Office of Eric Habib, we make sure every document and detail is completed. We explain in detail every document to you—what your obligations are, and what could happen if you default on those obligations.
Selling a home is an important event as well. As such, you will need an experienced real estate attorney to make sure any liens have been satisfied, that the title to your property is free and clear of any encumbrances and all of the documents have been properly drafted.
We will help you with the purchase or sale of your home and will guide you through all of your real estate needs. You will walk away from the real estate closing confident that everything is done right. Your matter will always be handled by Eric and never a paralegal. Our office is quick and responsive, and offers the personal, one-on-one attention you need to buy or sell property.
Eric’s comprehensive experience and wide range of services ensures that wherever you are in the process, whatever your needs may be, we can help.