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Conversation 1: My wife thinks I should get a lawyer to look at the contract. - Well, it certainly wouldn't hurt to have a lawyer review it.
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How much does a lawyer cost? - I don't know. A good real estate lawyer might cost $400 an hour.
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Do you know any lawyers that are cheaper than that? - You'd have to check the yellow pages or go online.
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There's no telling how many hours the lawyer will charge me for. - Also, it might take a week or two just to get an appointment.
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I'd rather get this over with, so just show me where to sign. - Good man! I've marked all the places for you to sign and date.
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Conversation 2: My wife said to have a lawyer look at the contract. - That's always a good idea.
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The lawyer will start at $400, but where will it end? - Also, a good lawyer might not have time to see you immediately.
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My wife's going to kill me, but just show me where to sign. - Now you're talking⁽¹⁾. The red stickers indicate where to sign and date.
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Conversation 3: My wife told me to get a lawyer to review the contract first. - A smart husband always does what his wife tells him.
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How much are lawyers charging nowadays? - It's hard to believe, but I think they charge about $400 an hour.
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Are there any lawyers that are cheaper than that? - The best advice I can give you is to Google it.
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I can barely afford one hour, but certainly not two. - Remember, it might take a few days just to set up an appointment.
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I really don't have the time or the money, so where do I sign? - Your wife will thank you. Just sign and date where the little red stickers are.
