I am a first time home buyer and I just purchased a loft. Do I need a lawyer to go over all the documents/hoa documents with me?

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   Nicholas Spirtos

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   Answered February 07, 2013 10:43. On the other side of the Mississippi, most real estate transactions are handled by attorneys. In California, they are done by real estate agents.
   Buying property is a major transaction. Having an attorney review documents is not required, but is a good idea.

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   Michael DaymudePro

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   Answered February 07, 2013 10:24. If you have already purchased it -- isn't it a little late to get advice regarding the transaction? OTOH, if you do not understand your rights and responsibilities with respect to a contemplated purchase it is always wise to consult a lawyer so that you make beneficial decisions with respect to the purchase.

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   Jeff Hoang Pham

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   Answered February 07, 2013 10:50. Mr. Daymude is correct---the best time to consult an attorney would have been prior to completing the transaction. There's little an attorney can do for you after the fact, other than to go over the terms with you and give you a better understanding of what it is you just signed.
   
   Best of luck.

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   Justine Sliwka

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   Answered February 12, 2013 07:56. I agree with Mr. Daymude, and only add this: CC&Rs and other HOA documents can be complicated, and it will not hurt to consult a licensed real estate attorney if you have specific questions, a specific problem with your HOA, or just so someone can alert you to any unusual provisions, or terms that might affect your ownership. It always pays to be educated ahead of time.

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