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Are you looking for a real estate attorney on Long Island? Joan Agostino PC is conveniently located right off of the Seaford Oyster Bay Expressway
(Route 135).
Long Island – Top Real Estate Attorneys Near Me
Long Island is located on the east coast of the United States and is one of the most populated territories in the U.S. It accounts for 40% of New York States total population. The island itself is comprised of four counties. Kings and Queens counties, which accounts for the boroughs of NYC, and the suburban areas of Nassau and Suffolk County. It is also just .35 miles away from Manhattan. It is considered one of the largest and longest islands within the United States. It spans a total of 118 miles long, beginning at New York Harbor all the way east to Montauk Point. Factoring all of this information, it makes Long Island one of the most competitive real estate markets in the country.
Joan Agostino is the Principal Attorney of the firm with over 25 years experience. Joan strives to give each and every client the individual attention they deserve and to treat them with the utmost respect. Joan’s attention to detail, dedication and legal skills set her apart from other lawyers.
- EDUCATION: Juris Doctor, St. John’s University, Jamaica, New York, May, 1991.
- BAR ADMISSIONS: New York, 1992; Connecticut, 1991.
- COURT ADMISSIONS: UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT, EASTERN DISTRICT, 1994; UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT, WESTERN DISTRICT, 2001; UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT, 2013.
- LICENSES: Real Estate Broker, Notary Public.
Providing Real Estate Closing Services for Buyers and Sellers on Long Island, NY
Real estate closings are complicated transactions with multiple parties involved in the process. Trust the experience of Joan Agostino, P.C. to lead you through each stage of the closing. Joan Agostino, P.C. has been representing buyers, sellers, and lenders in both residential and commercial transactions. We are committed to safeguarding our clients’ investment and to guide them through the entire process in the most cost-effective manner possible, with the highest level of service.
Consult with Experienced Real Estate Lawyers that care
We give each client the personalized attention their case requires. Our law firm is one you can count on. As your real estate lawyers, we apply our expertise with the law to protect your rights and interests.
Trusted Lawyers on Long Island, NY
Whether you’re facing a specific legal issue or have questions that only a lawyer can properly answer, we are here to help. We work hard to support our clients as quickly and cost-effectively as possible.
Compassionate Attorneys at Your Service
Our attorneys understand that looming legal issues can be stressful and overwhelming. That’s why we believe in giving clients our full attention and treating them with care and respect. When you work with us, you’ll get the benefit of:
- Knowledgeable lawyers that give personal attention
- Convenient office hours including weekends and evenings
- Reasonable lawyer fees and credit cards accepted
Attempting to tackle a legal matter on your own can end up negatively impacting the outcome of your situation. Why risk such repercussions when our dedicated lawyers are on hand to offer guidance when you need it the most? To set up an appointment call Joan Agostino, P.C. today
Buying and Selling Property on Long Island
Whether you’re a first-time home-buyer or a veteran homeowner searching for a new home, buying property on Long Island may differ from buying property anywhere else, but your options are endless.
Varying from single-family homes, multiple family dwellings, condos, co-op and apartment style living. With over 10 townships and 500 communities, at Joan Agostino PC, we want to be your real estate attorney on Long Island who helps you buy or sell the home of your dreams.
What’s the Long Island home-buying process?
Accepted offer: The buyer and seller mutually agree on a sales price for the home.
Home inspection: The buyer hires a professionally licensed home inspector to see if there are any significant problems with the home such as potential gas leaks and structural issues. If the inspector comes across any major problems, this will be discussed with our real estate attorney on Long Island.
Contract signing (buyer): If major problems do not arise during the inspection, the seller’s attorney will prepare a contract to be sent over to the buyer’s attorney. An appointment to sign the contract will be made by the buyer’s attorney which will then be gone over with the buyer. If all are in agreement, the buyer will sign the contract, and the attorney will send the contract back to the seller’s attorney.
Contract signing (seller): Once the contract is gone over with the seller and the seller’s attorney, the seller will sign the contract and the seller’s attorney will resend the contract back to the buyer’s attorney.
Mortgage process: When the buyer gets ahold of a copy of their contract, they hand it over to their loan officer, and the mortgage process begins. In about two to four weeks, the buyer will receive their mortgage commitment.
Bank appraisal ordered: When a mortgage is received, the bank will send out an appraiser. The buyer’s agent/attorney will meet with the appraiser and conduct a home inspection and take pictures. The appraiser will then pull together comparable homes and make adjustments. If a home comes in lower than the accepted offer, the seller can either accept or decline the lower price. If the seller declines, the deal is dead, and the buyer has to restart their home search.
Mortgage commitment issued: Once it is issued, the buyer will have to immediately give the bank whatever they need so the file can be reviewed.
Title search: This is conducted by the buyer’s attorney once the buyer receives their mortgage commitment. The search is to see if there are any liens on the property, to make sure the current owner is the actual owner, and to see who owned it before. If there are liens, they must be paid by the current owner or the home won’t close. The seller is responsible to deliver the property to the buyer with a clean title.
Clear to close: The mortgage file is looked at by an underwriter who then goes to the bank and for a clear to close.
Closing day: On this day, the seller’s attorney, buyer’s attorney, bank attorney, and title closer must show up together with the buyer and seller to close on the home.
Documents to sign: Both the buyer and seller will have documents to sign.
Buyers get the keys!
The Long Island home-selling process is pretty similar to the home-buying process, of course without a few steps. Are you wondering if you can sell your house “as is”? Request an appointment with our real estate attorney on Long Island if you are planning on buying or selling a home.
How do I lease out commercial real estate on Long Island?
A commercial lease is a rental agreement between a business and a landlord. There are many more factors at play in commercial leases which makes it more complicated than residential leases, but our real estate lawyer on Long Island can guide you through the whole process.
1 – Set Commercial Real Estate Parameters
The first thing you want to do is set your property parameters. There is a wide range of commercial properties for all different kinds of business. You will want to understand and consider the variances to make the right selection for your needs:
- Ideal customer (employee pool): If you’re a business looking to attract visitors to your location, — restaurants, retail locations, and similar companies — then understanding your ideal customer will be the most critical parameter for you.
- Property size and zoning: Commercial properties are zoned for a specific use, and it’s crucial to understand this. They include industrial, office, leisure, restaurant, and retail. For example, if you’re a restaurant, you cannot lease space zoned for retail.
- Maximum budget: You want to find a commercial space within your monthly budget, therefore understanding your budget will help you limit your search to only properties you can afford.
- Desired size: For example, retail locations usually require 15 square feet per customer. You want to multiply this number by the number of customers you expect to have to determine the size you will need for your commercial space.
- Accessibility: This is especially important for retail and restaurants — ex. parking for your customers; think about locations with a high amount of foot and vehicle traffic.
2 – Find a Commercial Real Estate Broker
A majority of commercial real estate leases are done by brokers, are they can be broken down into:
- Leasing/listing agent — represents landlords
- Tenant broker — represents tenants
A landlord hires a listing agent when he/she wants to list their commercial property. They earn a commission which is paid by the landlord — usually 3-6% of the total lease; tenant brokers earn tenant broker’s fees. Listing agents always act in the best interests of the landlord, whereas that’s not the case with tenant brokers — instead, they may act as an objective third-party.
3 – Understand the Different Types of Commercial Leases
Commercial leases can be broken down into three types differing solely on the way costs and fees are assessed. These three types are:
- Full-service lease: This is the most common type for office buildings with rent being all-inclusive meaning the landlord is responsible for paying the expenses associated with the property.
- Net lease: The landlord charges a lower annual rent when compared to a full-service lease, but can include monthly “usual costs” such as property taxes.
- Modified gross lease: This is a compromise of both the full and net lease.
- Identify the Right Commercial Property
Assess these in addition to property parameters:
- Location
- Amenities and services
- History of the landlord
- Anchor tenants
4 – Negotiate Commercial Lease Terms
Once you’ve gone through steps one through four, it’s time to negotiate the leases.
When you are negotiating, you will write a business letter of intent that represents your offer — this is where you want to sell yourself; why would you be the perfect tenant?
Our real estate lawyer on Long Island can help you with this.
Leasing commercial real estate can take some time, but our real estate lawyer on Long Island can assist you through the whole process. With the different types of leases and options for commercial spaces, it can be difficult to get your head around which way to go. Schedule an appointment with Joan Agostino today if you need help when it comes to commercial real estate.
Call Joan Agostino, P.C. today for a free consultation regarding any real estate matter, including:
Buying and Selling Property
New Construction
Refinancing
Transfer of Title and Ownership
Resolution of Landlord/Tenant Disputes
Residential and Commercial Leases
Title issues
Boundary Dispute Representation
Contract Disputes
Easements, Right of Way, and Access Issues
Property Liens
Real Estate Litigation
Contact us when you need the services of knowledgeable, thorough, and dependable real estate attorney on Long Island.
Telephone No.516-364-6501