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Facilitating Residential Real Estate Transactions

For most buyers and property owners, real estate transactions are complex, time-consuming, and difficult to manage. Completing a real estate goal is an amazing accomplishment, but the challenge of crossing the finish line and closing the transaction is often stressful. The Law Office of Steven Kurlander works as a resource for clients with an interest in the residential real estate market to make buying and selling easier and accelerate the process so that clients can reach their goals as soon as possible. Whether you are buying or selling, your residential real estate attorney will play a vital support role, managing the process to ensure that it is timely and orderly. To get the legal support you need as you prepare to buy or sell, call 845-796-8948 and schedule a consultation with Mr. Kurlander. Our office supports clients in Catskill, Hudson Valley, and Upstate New York

Remote Signing and Closing Arrangements


Buying or selling from a distance? Discuss remote signing and closing arrangements with our office early. We coordinate with your lender, title company, and the other attorney to determine which documents can be handled remotely and whether you need to attend in person. Available options depend on your transaction and the requirements of the parties involved. Call or text 845-796-8948 to plan a closing that fits your circumstances.

Are You a First Time Homebuyer?


How do real estate closings work? What are the closing costs?

If you are buying a home for the first time and want a helping hand that will answer these questions and any more that you may have along the way, Mr. Kurlander is the legal resource you need. By working with The Law Office of Steven Kurlander, you will stay on top of the tasks required of you to buy your new home on your timeline. Mr. Kurlander takes the time to make sure that you know everything you need to know about the closing process and he will manage all of the parties involved to get the necessary documentation completed on schedule. Our first-time buyers enjoyed their experiences with our firm because we are able to simplify the process; saving them time, money, and stress.

Co-op Buyer Representation in the New York Metropolitan Area

Planning to buy a co-op apartment in the New York metropolitan area? The Law Office of Steven Kurlander represents buyers from contract review through closing. We review the purchase contract and available co-op documents, discuss building and financial information, and help you prepare for the board application and closing process. Tell us about your financing, intended use of the apartment, and timing so we can focus on the issues that matter to your purchase.

Guidance Through Your Co-op Purchase

Work with our office on the key steps of your co-op purchase:

Contract Review and Negotiation

We review proposed purchase terms, discuss your concerns, and negotiate appropriate contract provisions with the seller's attorney.

Review of Co-op and Building Documents

We review available building financials, governing documents, and other transaction materials, and discuss questions about maintenance, assessments, and building policies.

Board Application Coordination

We help you understand the application process and coordinate with your broker and managing agent on the materials and timing for your purchase.

Financing and Closing Costs

We discuss financing deadlines, anticipated closing expenses, and the documents needed from you and your lender so you can prepare for the next step.

Preparation for Closing

We coordinate with the lender, managing agent, and seller's attorney on closing documents, scheduling, and any proposed remote signing arrangements. Call or text 845-796-8948 to discuss your co-op purchase in the New York metropolitan area.