It was explained to us by a TV agent that you can use an attorney if you like, but they will not change anything in the purchase contract, so there is no reason to pay an attorney to review something that can't be modified. While we were still house hunting I asked for a copy of the contract and read it thoroughly. I'm not an attorney, but I am a licensed Realtor in Massachusetts, so there really wasn't anything that surprised, or worried me. There are absolutely no contingencies allowed if you are purchasing new construction.
However....... if I were buying a pre-owned home, I would probably hire an attorney, especially if there are any contingencies. I also read over the standard Florida purchase contract, and it was very similar to the standard Massachusetts contract.
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