Real Estate Resources

Timely and Attentive Real Estate Services

Whether you are the buyer or the seller of real estate, the attorneys at The Law Firm of Pissetzky & Berliner, P.C. will provide attentive service to facilitate a smooth and trouble-free closing with no surprises.

Our practice encompasses all aspects of real estate in the Chicago, Illinois, area, including:

• Residential real estate transactions
• Commercial real estate transactions
• Real estate litigation
• And others

Information about real estate transactions and some useful forms can be accessed using the links below.

The best way to ensure a smooth and successful real estate transaction is to ensure that all the parties are thoroughly familiar with the process.  We hope that the information provided below will help the parties familiarize themselves with the relevant real estate transaction.

• Condominium Checklist
  An outline of the process and time frame for completing a successful condominium conversion, from acquisition of the property to sale of the individual units.

• Common Real Estate Terms
  Real estate has so many common, industry-specific terms that it may as well be considered another “language.”  Here you will find descriptions or definitions of the most commonly used real estate terms.
  
  
• Navigating a Lender Short Sale
  Commonly asked questions about pre-foreclosure or short sales, eligibility, requirements, and the short sale process.
  
  
• New Construction Considerations
  The prospect of owning a newly constructed home is very attractive for many purchasers. While new construction has many advantages over re-sale property, the well-informed purchaser should be aware of those issues that are unique to the new construction transaction.  The attached document outlines the issues that a new-construction purchaser should be familiar with.
  
  
• For Real Estate Sellers
  A detailed outline of the real estate transaction from the Seller’s perspective, including a list and explanation of common closing costs.
  
  
• For Real Estate Purchasers
  A detailed outline of the real estate transaction from the Purchaser’s perspective, from the time of making the offer through Closing.
  
  
• Municipality Requirements
  A residential real estate transaction may be subject to municipal requirements.  This document is a list of those municipalities that subject the real estate transaction to additional taxes and/or filing requirements.
  
  

For a free consultation with a real estate lawyer at The Law Firm of Pissetzky & Berliner, P.C., call 312-566-9900 or contact us online.