Benjamin Taylor-Sawyer

Associate Attorney

Ben completed his undergraduate studies at Clemson University in 2002, where he majored in Economics and minored in Legal Studies. He is a 2017 graduate of the Charleston School of Law. In 2014 shortly before enrolling in the Charleston School of Law, he worked as a summer intern with B. Bracknell Shuler, LLC. Ben began his legal career in 2018 as an Assistant Solicitor with the 7^thCircuit Solicitor’s office and prosecuted criminal cases until 2022. Now he is back at B. Bracknell Shuler. LLC this time with his law degree. Prior to working in the legal field, Ben spent nearly a decade as a consumer lender and branch manager for Wells Fargo and South State Bank.

Ben enjoys the outdoors and never misses an opportunity to fish or sit alongside a campfire with friends and family. Ben is married with two children and resides in the Upstate with his family.

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Located in Greenville, South Carolina, our team has provided thousands of satisfied clients with real estate closing services throughout all of South Carolina, and practice capabilities reaching into Georgia. We have worked and established relationships with many homeowners, realtors, lenders, investors, relocation companies, and builders since we started in 2009. We have a passion for excellence regarding real estate transactions, and our firm has built a reputation for responsiveness, enthusiasm, and competent execution throughout the entire closing process. B. Bracknell Shuler, LLC is committed to making closings as easy and low-stress as possible for our clients and referral partners. We accommodate traditional and non-traditional closings and have a translator on staff to assist our Spanish-speaking clients. We never lose sight that our clients are our top priority, handling each closing like it’s our only closing.Put our experience and expertise to work for you and trust us to handle your real estate closing needs while you focus on more important things.

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I have used B. Bracknell Shuler law firm for two real estate transactions and was impressed both times. The staff are all friendly and hard workers. They were able to get our transaction too close on time despite some last minute issues that popped up.

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I called for an appointment on a Thursday and was in their office speaking with Ashley by Monday. They did not rush me or make me feel uncomfortable at all and they made sure all my questions was answered before leaving.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do I need a lawyer for a real estate closing in South Carolina?

In the interest of consumer protection, our State Supreme Court has held that all real estate closings are the practice of law in South Carolina. Therefore, the process must be supervised and certified by a licensed South Carolina attorney. [State v. Buyer Service CO., 357 S.E.2d 15 (S.C. 1986). The Attorney must certify the title opinion, conduct the closing, supervise the recording of documents, and supervise the disbursement of funds.]

What steps should I take before sending wired funds for my closing?

Considering today’s increased risk of email phishing and hacking scams, it’s important to be vigilant when sending wired funds for your closing. Cyber Criminals can hack email accounts and send emails with fake wiring instructions in an attempt to defraud unsuspecting people involved in real estate transactions. These emails can be convincing and look official. Always independently confirm your wiring instructions in person or by speaking to a trusted individual at a verified phone number at the place you are sending funds to before wiring them. Also, it should raise red flags if you receive instructions asking you to change where to wire the funds.

What do I need to bring to closing?

Closing day is an exciting time for both buyers and sellers. Make sure you bring the necessary items to closing to ensure a smooth process. Sellers should bring a valid government-issued photo ID, all keys, garage openers, and other items that the new owners may need. Buyers and borrowers should bring two (2) forms of ID- one being a valid government-issued photo ID and proof of funds wired or certified funds in accordance with our office policy.

Keep in mind that if you are selling a house or refinancing all owners on title will need to be present to sign documents. This applies even if not all sellers/borrowers are on the loan or note.

How do I qualify for the special 4% property tax ratio in South Carolina?

South Carolina entitles buyers to a 4% discounted property tax rate if they are going to use the property as their primary residence. However, buyers don’t automatically get that special rate. They must apply for the 4% primary residence rate with the applicable county assessor’s office and provide supporting documentation showing the property is their legal primary residence to qualify.

Why do I need title insurance if I've had a thorough title search and examination done?

Even a thorough title examination by an experienced attorney cannot guarantee with 100% certainty that no title hazards are present. Errors in legal documents recorded, forged legal documents, impersonation of the actual property owners, and other things could cause problems in the future. Title daims are usually long, expensive processes, and your title insurance policy can pay your legal fees, resolve the title problems, or pay your covered loss should a claim arise challenging your title to property.

What is the difference between a Will and a Living Will?

A Will is a legal document that details your wishes regarding the distribution of your assets and the care of your dependents, if applicable, in the event of your death. A Living Will is a legal document that informs your health care providers and family about your desires for medical treatment in the event you become unable to speak for yourself.

Things to Avoid when Closing on Your Home?

Avoid making the following mistakes during the closing process that could jeopardize your closing.

Open or close a line of credit
Cosign a loan with anyone
Deposit or withdraw large amounts of funds
Change your employment
Buy a big ticket item
Switch banks or move your money to another institution

When will I Receive my Funds (Proceeds) after Closing?

The closing attorney may disburse funds on a sold property at closing. However, if you are refinancing or taking out a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) on your primary residence the loan is subject to a 3-day right of rescission, and will not be disbursed until three (3) business days after the closing documents are signed.

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