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Helping clients achieve their business, real estate, and estate planning goals.

Real estate law is constantly changing. To protect buyers and sellers during real estate transactions, regulators need to ensure the industry adapts to the latest technology. Since statutes and guidelines are so dynamic, anyone entering into transactions must understand the intricate rules in order to protect themselves.

A seasoned New Bedford real estate lawyer has the experience to protect your best interests. When you are considering the purchase or sale of a property, get in touch with our firm today.

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Starlene Alves, Esq.

Starlene Alves boasts a distinguished career spanning over a decade as a seasoned attorney and nearly an equal amount of time as a successful business owner, with a specialized focus on real estate law, estate planning, and business law. Launching her legal journey at the age of seventeen, Starlene’s early experience as a file clerk in a family law boutique firm laid the groundwork for her ascent to associate attorney before establishing her own practice.

Rooted in a strong work ethic cultivated in her immigrant upbringing, Starlene endeavors to connect with her clients on a personal level. Her commitment to community service is evident in her firm’s mission to not only provide accessible legal services to those in need, particularly in real estate, estate planning, and business matters but to educate those communities that don’t easily have access to the resources. More importantly, she lives in the community that she serves so she truly means it when she says she is invested in the financial well-being of the community and its people.

Presently, Starlene focuses a significant portion of her practice on transactional matters, specializing in real estate law, estate planning, and business law. By prioritizing these areas, she empowers individuals from underrepresented communities to navigate complex legal landscapes, securing their rights and fostering stronger financial futures.

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Home or Property Purchases and Sales

Home or Property Purchases and Sales

Anyone who has ever bought or sold a property understands how stressful the transaction can be. Many challenges must be overcome before closing the deal. By carefully reviewing applications and contracts, a real estate attorney in New
Bedford can ensure their clients avoid hidden fees and other obstacles.

The Massachusetts Truth and Lending Act

The real estate mortgage industry is strictly regulated by both federal and state laws. These laws safeguard consumers against predatory lending and other problems. For example, the Massachusetts Truth and Lending Act (TILA) requires lenders to disclose the updated terms of a loan every time there are changes. Common examples include changes to closing costs or to the annual percentage rate (APR) charged by a mortgage broker or lender.

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Closings, Contracts, and Other Common Real Estate Transactions

An attorney could provide sound legal advice and assistance for many types of real estate transactions. Our firm is prepared to guide buyers and sellers through:

  • Purchase and sale agreements
  • Mortgage loans and refinancing
  • Commercial real estate contracts
  • Title searches and issue resolution
  • Mortgage process and home loan closings

Legal issues involving contract disagreements, failure to disclose mortgage rate changes, and property disputes are common during real estate transactions. An experienced New Bedford real estate attorney could protect their clients throughout the entire process.

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From real estate law to estate planning and everything in between, our firm provides a selection of legal services to help individuals, families, and businesses plan for the future.
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Schedule a Meeting With a New Bedford Real Estate Attorney Today

Real estate statutes in the state cover a broad range of rules, regulations, and property transactions, including the buying and selling of a home. A qualified New Bedford real estate lawyer protects your best interests by reviewing disclosures and resolving title or deed issues before you close on a property.

To save time and money when buying or selling property, contact our firm today.

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