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Contract Preparation & Negotiation

If you are thinking about buying or selling residential or commercial property, it is best to work closely with an attorney. At our firm we have experience preparing and negotiating a variety of different contracts for individuals and businesses. We will tell whether you are able to utilize one our standard form contracts or if your circumstances require a more customized approach.

Why Us?

We Have Extensive Experience in this Field

At Burhanuddin Law, we pride ourselves on achieving a high quality of service and aim to ensure that all our clients feel valued and always respected. We have dedicated ourselves to personal service and believe our clients deserve personal attention. If you have any concerns or questions, please do not hesitate to contact us immediately. We are constantly working to ensure that your legal concerns are completely understood, and to provide them the best possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

I’m selling as FSBO, can you help me prepare the contract?

Yes, we assist many Sellers who are selling their properties without a real estate agent. We will help guide you through every step of the process.

If each party agrees to the terms of the contract, why do I need an attorney to review it?

Typically, when a buyer and seller first enter into a contract, they don’t anticipate disputes or issues that could arise. Your attorney’s job is to point out potential areas of risk, to ensure you are making an informed decision to buy or sell based on specific contractual terms.

Is my earnest money deposit refundable?

The answer to this question is largely dependent upon your contract. But typically, if you are within your inspection period, you can get your full EMD back. If you are outside of your inspection period, our attorney will need to review your contract to advise you on what other arguments could be made in favor of a return of your EMD.

Disclaimer:

This FAQ page is published as a general information resource. This FAQ page is not legal advice, nor should it be used as such. This FAQ page does not apply to any specific facts, matter or person. All situations are different.

Anyone seeking legal advice should speak to their attorney. If you need to speak with an Illinois business attorney about a specific matter, please set up a free consultation through our website contact us page or by calling our main office at (312) 216-5174

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