Flat Fee of Only $3,000

Your experienced realtor and real estate attorney in Ohio

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Dual-Expertise Advantage

Why Choose Us

The Advantages of a Realtor That is an Attorney

Navigating a property transaction involves complex legal contracts and massive financial decisions. By working with us, you don’t only have a licensed realtor, you also have a real estate lawyer who provides the legal services that regular realtors are prohibited from providing.
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Maximum Savings:

You receive full transactional and listing support for a simple, low flat fee.

Unmatched Legal Protection:

As your attorney, we ensure that all elements of the transaction are fully and legally compliant.

Seamless Closing Support:

From deed preparation to final closing statement reviews, your transaction moves smoothly.

Experienced Negotiation:

Decades of legal background mean your interests are strategically defended at all times.

Meet Michael

Meet the Owner

Choosing the right flat fee realtor means finding someone with the credentials to protect your biggest asset. I graduated from Columbia College, Phi Beta Kappa, and Magna Cum Laude in 1980, and earned my law degree from Harvard Law School, Cum Laude, in 1985.

My clients receive the trifecta: The complete services of a realtor plus the expertise of an attorney, for a reasonable flat fee.

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Save thousands in commission without sacrificing professional representation. Get decades of real estate attorney experience and selling support for a simple $3,000 flat fee.
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Our Full-Service Real Estate & Legal Solutions

When you schedule a consultation with us, you get a comprehensive partner. We handle every phase of the transaction from listing to closing, while you simply manage the physical property viewings.

Listing Price Analysis:

Position your home perfectly for a fast, top-dollar sale.

MLS Publication:

Your property is broadcast across the major databases.

Disclosure Form Management:

Legal paperwork to protect you from potential future post-sale liabilities.

Contract drafting & amendments:

Draft meticulous and enforceable amendments and addenda to the Purchase Contract.

Closing Review:

Meticulous audit of your financial closing statements to prevent errors.

Title Commitment Review:

Verify the title commitment does not disclose any title defects that will haunt you in the future.

Deed Preparation:

Drafting of the property deed to transfer ownership at closing.

Transaction-specific documents:

Draft powers of attorney, post-occupancy leases, assignments, and other documents that become necessary to get the deal done.

Strategic Purchase & Sale Negotiation:

Professional representation to secure the best possible terms.

Your Options

Evaluating Your Choices When Selling Your House

To make the smartest financial decision, it helps to understand the different pathways available to homeowners today. Here is a look at the advantages and disadvantages of the primary ways to sell a home in Cincinnati.
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Don’t choose between saving money and protecting yourself legally. Contact ThinkSmart Realty in Cincinnati today.
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Testimonials

What Our Clients Are Saying About Their Savings and Peace of Mind

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Michael helped us out with the sale of our old home and the purchase of a new one at the same time.

When the market was absolutely crazy, Michael was there to walk us through the whole process, even late at night and on weekends. He has a way of helping you feel secure and knowledgeable when you are stressed out about the process. He did such a great job for us that I have recommended him to our son for his first home purchase. Michael is amazing!

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Christine

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Michael was referred to us by a friend to assist in buying a property through a “sale by owner.”  He was responsive to our questions and provided us with good advice. He wrote the sales and rental agreements in clear and understandable language. As a result, the deal went through smoothly with both parties being very satisfied with the outcome.

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Miranda & Richard

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I am a contractor and remodeler who flips houses, and I’ve been in the real estate business for more than 25 years. I’ve worked with Michael Samuels and ThinkSmart Realty for around 12 years, and have purchased and sold many houses over that time. This is the only real estate company I work with anymore. 

Michael is simply the smartest and most knowledgeable person I know in the business. He understands all aspects of the business—marketing, pricing, negotiating, remodeling, repairs, and law. 

Not only does he provide expert guidance in buying, negotiating, and selling, but we work together on deciding how to remodel the home to get the most profit. I know that without Michael, I would not have achieved the success I’ve enjoyed over the last dozen or so years.

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Joe H.

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We are in our 80s and moved from our large home into an apartment. Michael, first of all, is a great guy. 

He gave us a detailed analysis of the comparable sales in the neighborhood, did a wonderful job selling the house, and got us an excellent price. It was absolutely wonderful not to have to handle it ourselves.

If we had it all to do over again, there is no one else we would even consider.

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Sandy & Lee

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I have sold several homes while acting in a fiduciary capacity and learned that when it is not your property, it is full of surprises. I liked to think that I had a network of people to help when faced with a red-tagged furnace or a neglected home, but then I met you.

After we entered into a listing agreement, there was not an issue you could not solve, either alone or with your network. Your law degree is a real asset.

I wish you great success, and you deserve a five-star rating!

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Maureen C.

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Michael Samuels helped me buy my first home. Ten years later, my wife and I began looking for a home in a new neighborhood. The house search took nearly a year, and Michael was with us every step of the way.​

There are very few people I can think of with whom we could have worked so effectively and so enjoyably.

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Stephen J. C.

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