Buffalo, NY · Member since 2017 · 9 posts · 2 votes
I bought a property at the recent county auction and closing is coming up. Is there any reason to get a lawyer for the closing? At the county workshop they stated about 50% of people bring lawyers to close.
Even with a county auction, there are some risks. You need to perform your due diligence. Some properties could have IRS liens, water liens, or a right of redemption if the original owner didn't receive proper notice. A good lawyer can burn through the due diligence quickly, although they don't hold a monopoly on the due diligence.