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RealtyByLaw attorneys cost less than Realtors.
RealtyByLaw attorneys are more qualified than Realtors.
RealtyByLaw attorneys can do more than Realtors.
The Attorney Difference

Competence

There really is no comparison. An attorney can easily become a Realtor. A Realtor cannot become an attorney without an immense effort of time and work. There is no substitute for the critical thinking and knowledge that comes with being an attorney. Some of the differences:

  • Attorneys can do everything Realtors do – including marketing.
  • Attorneys are trained to draft binding contracts.
  • Attorneys are trained negotiators.
  • Attorneys are held to a higher ethical standard.
  • RealtyByLaw Attorneys are held to an even higher standard.
“Doug Miller and his team demonstrated exceptional knowledge of the real estate industry throughout the sale of our mother's townhome. Their mastery of the legal, financial, and transactional aspects of the process, combined with clear guidance through complex documentation, ensured a smooth and well-executed transaction. What truly distinguishes Doug is his principled commitment to fairness and transparency in the world of real estate. His strategic negotiation and advocacy on our behalf not only protected our interests but also resulted in a savings of $60,000 in realtor commission fees. In what could have been an emotionally challenging sale, Doug and his team provided steady leadership, professionalism, and clarity at every stage. I recommend Doug Miller and his team without reservation to anyone seeking knowledgeable, ethical, and client-focused representation when selling or buying a home.”
Tracy C.
Tracy C.
“Doug Miller is truly one of a kind in the Minnesota real estate industry. His background as a real estate attorney and consumer advocate provides an exceptional level of insight and ethical rigor that is rarely found in the business. In an industry that is too often fraught with corruption, collusion and complexity, Doug is a beacon of professionalism and integrity. Do not sign with anyone before researching and speaking to Doug. He is fiercely ethical, ensuring every decision is made with the client's best interest and legal soundness as the absolute priority. Doug successfully sold my home, and the entire process was handled smoothly and transparently. He combines his deep legal expertise with effective salesmanship, making him an invaluable asset. It was a genuine joy to work with someone so trustworthy and capable. I highly recommend Doug Miller and his staff for anyone seeking a realtor who operates at the highest level of professional ethics."
J.W.
J.W.
“Doug's real estate expertise and attention to detail is second to none, and the fact that you get broker and attorney services all in one for half the cost of the standard buyer's agent commission (rebating the other half to you) really reveals just how bloated and exploitative the real estate industry has become with its fee structure. I can't see myself using anyone else going forward for real estate transactions.”
Dennis K.
Dennis K.
“It’s been over six months since we bought our first home, and we’re still so grateful for Doug Miller. As first-time buyers, the process felt overwhelming, and the market didn’t always seem on our side. Doug made all the difference. He was knowledgeable, patient, and always encouraging. He never pressured us, just gave honest advice and helped us make informed decisions. We always felt like he had our back. Doug made a stressful process feel doable and even exciting. We truly can’t imagine going through it without him. Thanks, Doug!”
Lucas
Lucas
“Working with Doug was a real pleasure and was also very educational to us for understanding how the real estate process works in Minnesota. Doug worked hard to show how real estate transactions could be handled with an attorney acting as the buyer agent representing us independently of the seller agent and the real estate brokerage firm they represent. As an attorney, Doug had fiduciary responsibility in representing us - and only us. HIs extensive background having started in real estate as a licensed realtor, then running his own title company for years and now running AttorneyRE gave him a depth of experience and understanding of the process that was amazing. We could not have asked for better representation and guidance. The approach Doug has taken is a real potential game-changer for providing home buyers a level of representation and quality of service that is unlikely to be found elsewhere. With rapidly inflating home costs, real estate agents at large are receiving bloated commissions for doing substantially automated work using processes that are extensively managed and controlled by the real estate industry. A house that now costs 2X what it did 5 years ago does not take 2X the work to sell - but the industry is more than happy to keep using the existing model as long as the general public believes this is how it is supposed to work. Doug is showing that there is a better way and we are very glad we were able to hire him to be our buyer agent. The fact that we were able to hire an attorney to be our buyer agent with the background and experience that Doug brings and do it at a buyer fee substantially lower than what is typical in the industry shows just how badly out of balance the current real estate industry is. We would hire Doug again for any other real estate work we might do and we highly recommend Doug and his services to any other considering this approach.”
Steven D.
Steven D.
“I highly recommend Doug to anyone looking to purchase a home based on my experience. With his help, we purchased a newly built home, and as first-time homebuyers, we greatly appreciated having a realtor and attorney who is both knowledgeable and experienced. Doug provided transparency at every step of the process and consistently prioritized our best interests. As his client, I felt at ease and respected. Thanks to his efforts, we were able to save a significant amount of money.”
Ling
Ling
“Doug was amazing! He was professional, courteous and always acted/advised in our best interest. He saved us thousands and gave us expert advice in the capacity of a realtor and as an attorney. Great value, will recommend Doug to anyone looking for a realtor.”
Mohammed D.
Mohammed D.
“We’re so glad we worked with Doug on buying our first home! He was incredibly knowledgable, responsive, and transparent through the entire process. It definitely felt like he had our best interest at heart! The partners Doug works with, from the inspection to title work, were also very helpful and easy to work with. We never felt anxious or worried about the cost of his service - in fact, he even refunded us part of his commission! Doug is truly a gem and I can’t imagine working with another realtor!”
Mariah O
Mariah O
“Doug helped me through this hard market and helped me land on the perfect house! He had many instances where there was multiple offers and he kept helping us through the times we dident get the homes. But we instead got an even better house with more than what we were originally looking for. Doug did a thorough job on everything from emails to making phone calls and arranging appointments and helping us with this tough buyers market. I would recommend Doug for any legal or realtor project just ask him and he will get you a better deal than you are looking for!🙂 Bonus he also sent back the excess commission after his legal fees were met. Better than any other realtor out there don’t look any further he will help you get the job done better and more experienced than any other realtor I have worked with. I was very picky about the realtor I used to help me find my home.”
Vlad I.
Vlad I.
“I don’t have words to express how grateful I am to have stumbled into working with Doug to buy a house. If you are looking to buy or sell a house and are looking for someone to help you through the process, stop NOW and call Doug to request him to take you on as a client. Trust me, you — and your bank account — will thank me later! Doug is the antithesis of the stereotypical realtors who are pushy, sneaky, selfish, and intimidatingly flamboyant. Doug is a highly principled individual. He probably has more knowledge about real estate industry, including all the shady practices employed by realtors and broker companies, than anyone else in this country. Doug is on a mission to upend the real estate industry for the better, and he lives and breathes that mission while working with his clients. He goes out of his way to figure out ways to disincentivise himself from doing anything that favors him more than his clients. In fact, his dedication and passion to this cause of radically improving real estate industry for consumers led to the recent major changes in how the industry will operate going forward! While working with us, Doug was quick to provide all the relevant information about houses we were interested in. He took time to explain things to watch out for while touring houses, and helped us create the winning strategy for getting our offer accepted for a house we love (there were 9 offers on the house!). Doug is incredibly honest (almost to a fault) and always gave us the complete picture on the risks associated with any move we made. On top of all this, Doug returned a bigger portion of his commission than we were expecting! Working with him was just an absolutely incredible experience, and I feel very lucky. On the personal front, Doug is very fun to talk to, and through this process, we ended up connecting about a lot of topics other than buying a house. At the end, I’d just say that I couldn’t have asked for a better house, and I couldn’t have asked for a better realtor/attorney in this journey.”
Anshul C.
Anshul C.
“My wife and I worked with Doug to purchase a house, and he was amazingly patient, knowledgeable, and helpful. We had a long list of requirements and considered many properties. During this extended search, Doug offered lots of great advice, and his research skills were much appreciated. In a tough market for buyers, he stuck with us through a couple of unsuccessful bids until we finally clinched a deal. During the negotiations, Doug was a huge advocate for us, and we're so grateful for his expert assistance. We're also thankful for the home inspector and title company he suggested. I should also note that Doug is a great communicator and very personable. Even during times of great stress, he was calm and coolheaded. In short, Doug is a superb real estate attorney, and he has our highest recommendation!”
Greg L.
Greg L.
“Doug Miller is an exceptional real-estate attorney, a keen negotiator, a knowledgable advocate, and a genuine and kind person. I would recommend Doug without reservation, and over any other real estate agent in this state, to buy or sell your next house (and it will cost you less). We hired Doug to navigate a high-level, complex real-estate transaction for lakeshore property. The deal required attorney/client privilege, drafting skill, and legal knowledge. Doug navigated this deal with confidence and success. We are both professionals and we couldn't be happier with Doug's representation. Unfortunately, other realtors lied to us in the past about inspections and contractual terms to land their commissions, but Doug provided reasoned, and seasoned, advice consistent with Minnesota law to achieve our goals and protect our confidences. And even after the representation ended, Doug generously answered additional questions and address my concerns. He is exceptional, above and beyond 5 stars!!!”
Lauren C.
Lauren C.
“Working with Doug was the BEST real estate decision we ever made. We came new to the Minnesotan market and needed someone we can trust to guide us through the process, be there for us and make sure we get the best deal possible. Doug did all of that and more. Having an agent AND a real estate lawer in one? I will never do business any other way. The business structure he has allowed us to get everything we would from an agent (and more!) and have more money in our pocket at closing. My friends, family and myself will all continue to work with Doug and we can't thank him enough for helping us find our new forever home & investment property.”
Alison H.
Alison H.
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