Real Estate Laws Real Estate Laws vary from state to state, and even in the different counties. A consumer needs to consider this when looking at buying or selling a home. A real estate agent will be able somewhat familiar with the basics or the laws in the area that your looking into, however it is recommended that a consumer look for a real estate attorney to assist them when questions of a legal matter arise in the home buying/selling process. For answers to common questions, a consumer can look up their states Real Estate Commission online and find many of the more frequently asked questions answered. If a consumer is weary about the advice they have recently received, there are several online sites that will help them to locate a real estate attorney by area and expertise.