From the Forum: Should a Buyer Let Their Lawyer Also Represent the Lender?

New to the buying process, a first-time homeowner is looking for advice on a request from their lawyer. The attorney is asking the buyer to sign a letter agreeing to let them also represent the lender in the process. Are there any reasons this would be a problem?

Please chime in with your advice.

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