Are you looking to buy or sell real estate? Faced with a sudden litigation claim on your property? Struggling to handle an impending foreclosure? Maybe even suspecting you might be paying too much in real property taxes? The attorneys at Sadek Bankruptcy Law Offices Law Offices LLC are ready to help you. Our team has been representing the Philadelphia real estate legal needs of our clients for years. We aim to provide personalized attention, accessibility, and support through every stage of your case.
We understand that every case is different, and every client is unique. If you’re unsure whether or not we’ll be able to help you with your unique case, give us a call for a consultation. Or, take a look through some of our attorney services listed below to learn more about what we can do to meet your legal real estate needs.
Real Estate Transaction
Purchasing property is one of the biggest investments a person will make throughout their life. It’s also a deeply personal decision, as details like what county or school district you live in could impact you and your family’s life for years to come. It’s something you might spend years working towards, a dream that countless people hope to achieve. As many future homeowners quickly find out, equal to the immense monetary investment of purchasing property is the labor investment that must be put in up front.
As you enter into a real estate transaction, you may quickly find yourself buried under a mountain of paperwork. Not only is it overwhelming to try to sort through all these legal documents on your own, but with the inherent complexity and diversity of real estate law, mistakes can easily happen. This is when having a capable lawyer in your corner becomes essential to make the process as quick and painless as possible.
Navigating a property purchase on either the buying or the selling side can involve everything from contract negotiations to purchasing title insurance. You may even be tasked with sorting out zoning issues when they pop up. An experienced attorney can help you through every step of the process so you can have peace of mind knowing your best interests are always being protected.
The following are just a few of the many important services that you can rely on a real estate transaction lawyer to provide throughout the process of your settlement:
- Negotiating contract terms.
- Preparing legal documents.
- Verifying proper transfer of funds and deeds.
- Mortgage agreements.
- Assistance in the event of litigation.
There are two sides to every transaction, and the party on the other side most likely has an attorney protecting their interests. Make sure your rights are being properly defended as well. Whether you’re on the buying or selling side, our experienced attorneys are ready to help make your sale or purchase go as smoothly as possible. Our settlement reach extends throughout Allentown and Philadelphia, including Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, and Delaware counties.
Real Estate Litigation
Thanks to the uniqueness of real estate law, litigation involving property can be quite complex and specialized. One piece of property may be subject to different regulations than another. This may require a little extra footwork when negotiating real estate litigation cases. In some cases, litigation may even come completely out of nowhere, with a sudden claim on your property being wrongfully asserted, leaving you unsure of how to move forward.
If you’re currently caught up in a real estate litigation case, you may find yourself drowning in a storm of paperwork and expenses, but you don’t have to navigate the situation alone! There are attorneys out there who have a deep understanding of the complexities of real estate law alongside excellent litigation skills. Hiring the right real estate attorney to assist you throughout this confusing process may make the difference between a huge loss and a massive gain come decision day.
Our skilled attorneys are prepared to help you with real estate litigation cases involving any of the following scenarios:
- Prosecuting and defending Actions to Quiet Title.
- Foreclosure.
- Eviction and ejectment actions.
- Zoning issues.
- Litigation derived from the purchase or sale of real estate.
Even if your litigation case falls outside of the scenarios listed above, our team has the field experience needed to help you through it. We will assist you throughout every step of the process and make sure you come out on the other side unscathed.
Real Estate Foreclosure Defense
If you’re struggling to keep up with payments on your mortgage or pay your state property taxes, you may be faced with a foreclosure. In Pennsylvania, foreclosure actions are filed in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Courts of Common Pleas and are governed by the Pennsylvania Rules of Civil Procedure. In the event of a foreclosure, your lender may seize the rights to your property and put it up for auction unless repayment terms are either met or renegotiated.
At Sadek Bankruptcy Law Offices Law Offices, we understand that foreclosures may happen unexpectedly for any number of reasons. Some may be triggered by an economic crisis, like the loss of a job, injury, illness, or unanticipated emergency expenses. Many people may feel cornered, stuck between navigating an already difficult situation and appeasing the bank or state at the same time. If you’re facing a foreclosure, you don’t have to give up the rights to your home. A real estate attorney may be able to help you find a solution that lets you keep your home and creates a better future for yourself and your loved ones.
In the event of a foreclosure, our real estate attorneys are prepared to help you with any of the following and more:
- Renegotiating the terms of your loan or making modifications to your mortgage.
- Setting up forbearance agreements.
- Forcing the lender to prove the foreclosure is sound.
- Providing extra time for relocation.
There is a particular issue in Pennsylvania at the moment when it comes to property taxes. Cities, towns, and municipalities continue to ask for more and more in property taxes each year, leaving many hardworking homeowners financially drained. If you’ve found yourself falling behind on your property taxes, you’re not alone. In fact, mortgage foreclosure filings are the most common civil cases filed in Pennsylvania, making up 20% of civil cases. Many homeowners may be struggling with municipal or city debts as well, stacking up water and sewer bills and education taxes on top of the already-high city property taxes.
The attorneys of Sadek Bankruptcy Law Offices are proud to represent homeowners facing these and other difficult financial situations. We promise to fight aggressively and strategically to protect our clients’ homes. If you’re grappling with foreclosure or any other real estate related legal difficulties, please reach out to schedule a free and confidential consultation with our team at 215-545-0008.
Real Estate Tax Defense
Unlike personal property taxes, real estate taxes are levied only on “real property,” such as homes, condos, and rented property. However, real estate taxes are still quite complex as they can be immensely different from location to location. Depending on where a property is located and your relationship to the property, your rates may vary. For example, a homeowner in Philadelphia may pay a different real estate tax than a renter or investor in the same area. In the face of such nuanced laws, it’s important to have an attorney on your side who can help you understand your payments and handle tax appeals when necessary.
With constant fluctuations occurring in the housing market and property tax rates climbing higher and higher, many property owners have found themselves paying what they feel is too much in real property taxes, especially when compared to other property owners in their area. If this applies to you and you feel that the tax on your property is too high, you have the right to file an appeal.
No matter what type of property it may be, whether a rental, home, or condo, our attorneys are prepared to help you build your appeal case and reach an agreeable tax amount. We can also assist with the negotiation of real estate tax exemptions and any other issues that may arise related to your real property taxes.
Our attorneys at Sadek Bankruptcy Law Offices are experienced with real estate tax law in both the Philadelphia and Allentown areas, with our reach expanding throughout the following counties: Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, and Delaware counties. If you have a real property tax dispute in any of these areas, contact our office today to find out how we can help you renegotiate your tax rate to a fair amount.