Westchester Real Estate Lawyer

Real Estate Closing Attorney Serving Westchester County, NY

Westchester County is one of the most desirable residential markets in the New York metropolitan area, with communities ranging from the riverfront cities of Yonkers and New Rochelle to the affluent suburbs of Scarsdale, Bronxville, and Larchmont. Whether you are buying your first home or upgrading to a larger property, a Westchester real estate closing attorney can protect your rights and your investment.

Our firm represents buyers and sellers in Westchester residential closings across the county. We draft and review purchase contracts, order and analyze title reports, coordinate with mortgage lenders and title companies, and attend the closing on your behalf.

Brooklyn's real estate market has unique characteristics. Many properties in neighborhoods like Park Slope, Carroll Gardens, and Prospect Heights involve multi-family brownstones where zoning, certificate of occupancy issues, and tenant rights require careful legal review. A Brooklyn real estate attorney who understands these local conditions can help you avoid surprises that delay or derail your closing.

Co-op and Condo Lawyer in Westchester

Westchester has active co-op markets in communities like White Plains, Yonkers, and Hartsdale, as well as condominium developments throughout the county. Co-ops and condos make up a large share of Brooklyn's housing stock, and each property type carries its own set of legal requirements. A Brooklyn co-op lawyer can guide you through the board application process, review the building's financial statements, analyze the proprietary lease and house rules, and negotiate any conditions the board imposes on your purchase.

Westchester co-ops tend to have lower prices than Manhattan, making them attractive for first-time buyers and downsizers. However, the board approval process and maintenance fee structures still require experienced legal review to avoid surprises. Westchester co-op communities in White Plains and Hartsdale have their own board cultures and application requirements. Some buildings have waiting lists or right-of-first-refusal provisions. Condo communities in the county may have homeowner association fees that cover services different from typical city condos.

For Brooklyn condo purchases, we review the offering plan (for new developments) or the building's financials, bylaws, and common charges. We verify that the sponsor has met all legal obligations and that the unit is free of liens or outstanding violations. Whether you are buying a newly converted loft in DUMBO or a pre-war condo in Brooklyn Heights, we make sure you understand what you are purchasing before you sign.

Residential Purchase and Sale Closings

Westchester's residential market includes single-family homes in communities like Scarsdale, Larchmont, and Chappaqua, with closing procedures that follow New York State practices with some county-specific conventions. Every Brooklyn real estate transaction begins with the contract. In New York, the seller's attorney typically drafts the contract of sale, and the buyer's attorney reviews and negotiates the terms. This back-and-forth is where critical protections are built into the deal: mortgage contingencies, inspection contingencies, deposit terms, closing date provisions, and representations about the property's condition.

Our Westchester real estate lawyers handle purchases and sales of single-family homes, multi-family properties, condos, co-ops, and vacant land throughout the county. We represent both buyers and sellers and make sure every contract provision serves our client's interests. Westchester residential closings may involve septic system certifications, well water testing, and municipal compliance certificates that are not typically required in New York City transactions. Our attorneys ensure all county and municipal requirements are satisfied before closing.

Commercial and Multi-Family Real Estate in Westchester

Westchester multi-family properties in Yonkers, Mount Vernon, and New Rochelle present investment opportunities, with local rent stabilization and county tax considerations affecting valuation. Brooklyn's commercial and multi-family real estate market has grown significantly over the past decade. Neighborhoods like Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Gowanus, and Industry City attract investors, developers, and business owners looking to purchase mixed-use buildings, multi-family investment properties, and commercial spaces.

These transactions require additional due diligence including tenant lease review, rent roll verification, zoning analysis, and environmental assessments. Westchester commercial and multi-family properties often carry high property tax burdens that significantly affect the investment analysis.

Multi-family properties are a cornerstone of Brooklyn's real estate market. Whether you are acquiring a four-unit brownstone in Crown Heights or a larger apartment building in Flatbush, our firm conducts the legal and financial due diligence that protects your investment.

Title Search and Insurance for Westchester Properties

Westchester title searches address county-specific considerations including property tax liens, easements, deed restrictions, and any environmental encumbrances on the property. Title complications in Westchester often involve older properties with long ownership histories. Survey discrepancies, boundary issues, easements, and undischarged liens are common in the county's established neighborhoods.

Common title problems we encounter in Brooklyn include unreleased mortgages, tax liens, judgments against prior owners, mechanics' liens from renovation work, and estate issues where a prior owner passed away without a proper transfer. We coordinate with title insurance companies to ensure our clients receive adequate coverage against future claims. Westchester title searches should examine property tax lien status, water and sewer charges, and any environmental encumbrances or historic district designations that could affect the property. Well and septic systems may also require specific title endorsements.

Why Westchester Clients Choose Agarunov Law Firm

Agarunov Law Firm has been serving Brooklyn real estate clients from our Lower Manhattan office since 2012. Our proximity to Brooklyn and our familiarity with the borough's neighborhoods, property types, and market conditions give us a practical advantage when handling your transaction.

• Flat-fee residential closings with no hidden costs
• Same-day contract review turnaround when needed
• Available evenings and weekends for closings and consultations
• Experience with Westchester single-family homes, co-ops, condos, and estate properties
• Licensed in both New York and New Jersey for cross-border transactions