What to know first

Many home buyers start by calling a real estate agent or a lender. Those professionals are important, but a buyer also benefits from understanding the legal roadmap early: offer terms, purchase and sale deadlines, financing contingencies, title review, deposits, and closing obligations.

How the right team fits together

A real estate attorney can help explain what each professional does, what questions to ask, and when a broker, lender, inspector, or closing attorney should be involved. The goal is not to replace those professionals. The goal is to help the buyer make clearer decisions before deadlines and paperwork create pressure.

Practical point: the right professional depends on the stage of the transaction. A short first call can prevent a buyer from starting with the wrong person.
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The practical next step

If you are early in the process, a short call can help you understand your next step and, when appropriate, identify the kind of broker or lender relationship that may fit your situation.

Source: Mass.gov home buying overview