Fraud Prevention Measures We Use to Protect Your Investment
Real estate closings seem straightforward. You enter a contract, funds are exchanged, and you sign at the closing table. But behind the scenes these transactions are a frequent target for fraud. The threat of fraud is not hypothetical. Every closing attorney has seen attempts involving fake sellers or attempts at misdirecting funds through email. As these schemes become […]
Why Owner’s Title Insurance Matters—Even When Everything Looks Right
Even a clean title search can’t catch everything. Learn how owner’s title insurance protects Georgia homebuyers from forged deeds, undisclosed heirs, and hidden title defects — and why Sherman & Phalen recommends it at every closing.
Understanding Georgia’s Good Funds Law: What Buyers and Lenders Need to Know
Learn what Georgia’s Good Funds Law means for your real estate closing—and why timing, cleared funds, and wire security are crucial for a smooth transaction.
Why You Got a Tax Bill After Closing — Even Though the Seller “Paid” Taxes
Got a surprise tax bill after closing on your home? Here’s why — and how tax proration really works in Georgia.
Closing the Deal: How Our Firm Manages High-Stakes, Multi-State Commercial Transactions
If you’re looking for a law firm for complex, multi-state commercial real estate closings, contact Sherman & Phalen, LLC, to get started. We handle high-stakes real estate transactions while protecting your best interests at every opportunity.
Why Private Equity Firms Choose Regional Real Estate Closing Law Firms
If your private equity is looking to invest in real estate, working with a regional real estate closing law firm is highly recommended. Learn more about the benefits of seeking out a regional real estate firm to protect your investment and best interests.
Why Choose a Regional Real Estate Closing Law Firm?
Legal guidance is essential for buyers, sellers, and investors to navigate the real estate closing process with greater confidence. Learn more today by discussing your options with a highly experienced regional real estate closing attorney.
First-Time Home Buyer? We Can Help.
Buying your first home? We make the closing process simple, clear, and stress-free—so you can focus on getting the keys.
Considering a For-Sale-by-Owner Transaction?
Going the FSBO route? We’ll help you draft the contract and guide you through a smooth, neutral closing process.
Did You Know . . . About the No Administration Necessary Process?
Think probate is always required to sell? In Georgia, a No Administration Necessary order might do the job—if certain conditions are met.
