Why do I need an attorney to sell or buy a property in St. Croix?
The sellers attorney is responsible for obtaining a tax clearance letter, a homeowners association statement and a pest inspection. They must provide the Warranty deed, Bill of Sale, Title Affidavit and Certificate of Non-Foreign Status. The seller pays for affixing the transfer stamps, pest inspection, recording fees for any instrument required to deliver good and marketable title, real estate taxes past due and the real estate commission. The buyers attorney is responsible for obtaining the title work and survey (if applicable). The buyer pays for obtaining financing, title search and insurance, the recording fees for the deed and mortgage, survey, appraisals, and home inspection.
