Milwaukee Real Estate Transactions Attorneys

Waukesha Real Estate Closing Lawyers

Moertl, Wilkins & Campbell, S.C., can advise you on selling residential or commercial real estate. Many of our clients are selling property that is part of a decedent's estate. They most often inherit via a will, but a new conveyance called a "transfer on death" deed avoids probate and is gaining popularity. Some clients take ownership upon the death of a parent who had a life estate. This also avoids probate.

Probate

Probate is the required process of ensuring a will is valid, and the orderly distribution of a decedent's estate by the personal representative. The probate process is supposed to be completed within 12 months. In the current market, your loved one's home may take a while to sell and if so, we must file for an extension of probate.

Selling a Home

Whether you are hiring a real estate agent or trying to save the agent's fee by selling the property yourself, retain an attorney for your real estate transaction to ensure you do not face litigation or other trouble in the future.

We can ensure there are no problems with the title, advise you of inspections that need to be made and alert you to potential problems. We can help you decide whether a home warranty agreement would be in your best interest.

Bear in mind that a real estate agent is not an attorney and can not give legal advice on a real estate transaction. If you do use an agent, look for a member of the Wisconsin Realtors Association. We can review the listing contract for you that the agent will want you to sign.

Moertl, Wilkins & Campbell, S.C., in Milwaukee has served clients since 1949. We choose to maintain a smaller practice and provide thorough and focused counsel. When calling the firm, clients speak with a reputable, experienced attorney.

Our offices are conveniently located on the edge of Milwaukee's downtown, and overlook Lake Michigan. We are willing to make calls about real estate transactions throughout Southeastern Wisconsin.