Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will ever make — and one of the most stressful. Unfortunately, the process often feels stacked against the buyer. Agents want the deal to close quickly. Sellers may leave out important details. And disclosure forms, which should protect buyers, are often incomplete or gloss over serious issues like water damage, roof leaks, or outdated systems.

As an attorney representing homebuyers, my role is simple: to look out for you and only you. I don’t answer to brokers, listing agents, or lenders. I am here to make sure you understand exactly what you’re signing, what risks you’re taking on, and how to push back when something doesn’t look right.

The Residential Disclosure Form
Connecticut requires sellers to provide a Residential Property Condition Disclosure Report. This form is supposed to flag known problems with the property. In reality, buyers often find out later about costly repairs that weren’t mentioned — an old water heater, water damage in the basement, or a roof leak. Discovering these issues after closing can mean absorbing another $20,000, $50,000, or even $100,000 in unexpected costs.

That’s why it’s so important to have someone review the disclosures closely. I compare them against inspection reports and raise the right questions before you commit. If something looks wrong, I’ll make sure you don’t get rushed into signing. If the disclosures don’t match the reality of the home, I’ll help you push back.

The “Small Circle” Problem
When you’re buying a house, it can sometimes feel like everyone else in the process already knows each other. The seller has their agent. The buyer’s agent and listing agent may work for the same brokerage. The lender often has long-standing ties with the agents involved. It can start to feel like a very small circle — a fraternity where everyone’s priority is closing the deal.

That doesn’t mean anyone is acting improperly. But it does mean buyers should be careful. When both agents work in the same office, you’ll be told there’s an “ethical wall” in place. Maybe there is — but you have no way of knowing how strong it is. The lender, meanwhile, is usually working closely with the agents to get the financing lined up quickly. Their interests align around making sure the sale happens, not necessarily protecting you from hidden problems.

Why an Attorney Matters
Imagine buying a home only to learn, right after closing, that the basement leaks every time it rains. The disclosure form didn’t mention it. The inspection report raised questions, but you were urged to move forward before losing the house. Now you’re stuck with a property that could cost tens of thousands of dollars in repairs.

This is exactly why you need independent legal advice. I have no stake in whether the deal closes. I don’t work for an agency, and I have no ties to the real estate industry in Connecticut. My only role is to protect you. I’ll review your purchase agreement, disclosure forms, and inspection reports line by line. If there are risks, you’ll know about them before you sign. If there’s room to negotiate repairs, credits, or a price adjustment, I’ll help you make that case.

Buying a Home Shouldn’t Mean Buying Hidden Problems
You shouldn’t have to gamble with your future or absorb hidden costs because the system pushes buyers forward too quickly. With the right legal guidance, you can make sure you know exactly what you’re buying before you commit.

Don’t go it alone. Schedule a consultation and let’s review your contract and disclosure forms together before you sign.