Strategies for a Seamless Closing
The buyer wants to move in; the seller wants to move on – avoid delays in closing with these tips.
Set a reasonable closing date
You can always close “early” if everything proceeds without a hitch, but a few extra days can do much to alleviate frustration.
PRO TIP: A rule of thumb under “normal circumstances” might be 45 days to close, but this could vary from state to state.
Submit HOA clearance letters early
Selling a home with a homeowner’s association? A copy of the HOA clearance letter should be submitted to the lender as soon as possible.
Review forms on the first day you get them
Disclosures must be provided three business days before closing, but any issues raised can require a new review period and delays. Review forms and check for any errors the very first day you receive them to keep things moving along.
Set a reasonable closing date
You can always close “early” if everything proceeds without a hitch, but a few extra days can do much to alleviate frustration.
PRO TIP: A rule of thumb under “normal circumstances” might be 45 days to close, but this could vary from state to state.
Submit HOA clearance letters early
Selling a home with a homeowner’s association? A copy of the HOA clearance letter should be submitted to the lender as soon as possible.
Review forms on the first day you get them
Disclosures must be provided three business days before closing, but any issues raised can require a new review period and delays. Review forms and check for any errors the very first day you receive them to keep things moving along.
Discuss any issues right away
Waiting until closing to raise concerns can almost always ensure a delay. Both buyers and sellers should immediately escalate anything confusing or inaccurate in the document reports to their agents and us.
Quickly confront walk-through issues
It’s the final countdown, and the home buyer is doing a final walk-through (typically a few days before closing). Rule of thumb: See something, say something. Small issues, like a leaky faucet, can be quickly resolved. But any significant problems can require new forms + time for review.
Discuss any issues right away
Waiting until closing to raise concerns can almost always ensure a delay. Both buyers and sellers should immediately escalate anything confusing or inaccurate in the document reports to their agents and us.
Quickly confront walk-through issues
It’s the final countdown, and the home buyer is doing a final walk-through (typically a few days before closing). Rule of thumb: See something, say something. Small issues, like a leaky faucet, can be quickly resolved. But any significant problems can require new forms plus time for review.
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