In order to best help a client, I believe a real estate broker must be comfortable wearing many kinds of shoes. Construction shoes are used around building sites, so clients can be comfortable asking construction questions and can rely on the broker’s knowledge of buildings. The broker should also own, say, a pair of polished wing-tips so he can explain and act on the intricacies of the real estate transaction from preparing an offer to settlement and finally a pair of comfortable favorites that have a bit of wear.

I’ve lived on the Main Line for over thirty years so I know the area pretty well. During that time I’ve helped many clients as their attorney in real estate matters and in litigation. It is beneficial to be able to best prepare the agreement of sale and explain the detailed 13 page agreement. Clients are often reassured knowing that a lawyer is handling the transaction through settlement as clients may have concerns about title, easements and property restrictions, title insurance exceptions, and many other things.

In addition to helping the clients through the process and anticipating and avoiding problems, my job is also to make sure that the process goes as smoothly as possible while protecting the clients’ interests.

Finally, having developed homes on the Main Line has allowed a knowledgeable response to building questions. Our number one priority is not necessarily to close the deal but always to ensure the best interests of our clients.