We don't use attorneys in CA. Besides, if you don't use a realtor, how are
you going to see those houses?

"Dan J.S." wrote in message
...
You also have to ask yourself who will handle the transaction. Do you
know
how to write an offer and what has to be in the contract? Do you
uinderstand
disclosure laws? Agents do much more than give you access to MLS
listings
and their lock boxes.

That's all agents do. Lawyers help you with contracts and disclosures -
and
lawyers charge a flat fee.