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The closing process, step by step
From accepted offer to keys in hand, and what your lawyer is doing at each stage.
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Questions in this section
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- What happens on closing day? scheduled
- What is a statement of adjustments?answered
- How long does it take to close on a house? scheduled
- What time do I get the keys on closing day? scheduled
- What ID do I need to bring to my lawyer?answered
- Can I sign my closing documents remotely?answered
- What is the requisition date and why does it matter? scheduled
- What is a title search and what does it turn up? scheduled
- What documents will I sign at my lawyer's office? scheduled
- How do I send the money to my lawyer for closing? scheduled
- Do I need fire insurance before closing? scheduled
- What is a final walkthrough and what should I look for? scheduled
- Why did my closing get delayed? scheduled
- What is a per diem and why am I being charged interest?calculator
- What happens to my utility and property tax accounts on closing? scheduled
- What are rental items and do I have to take them over? scheduled
- What is a status certificate and who pays for it? scheduled