Legal Notification: The State of North Carolina mandates attorney involvement in real estate transactions. You’ll need a North Carolina-licensed lawyer – there’s no way around it.
Here’s the deal: When buying or selling property in NC, a lawyer has to handle the details of closing. They’ll dig through records to ensure nobody else has claims on the property (we call this a title search). They’ll also handle all that dense paperwork—deeds, closing documents, you name it. When it’s time to seal the deal, they ensure money changes hands appropriately and file everything with the county.
Your real estate agent will be great at helping you find the right property and negotiate prices. Once you’ve made your choice, call a lawyer. According to the law, a lawyer should handle all legal matters. This ensures that both parties to the transaction are protected.
Important: This is not just a recommendation—it’s state law. Without a lawyer, the deal will not close.
