What’s ahead, plus when to put your home on the market
Because a lender is not involved, the closing time for cash purchases may be reduced. Once you are under contract, a cash sale can close in two weeks - enough time for title and escrow companies to clear any pleas, provide insurance, and prepare for paperwork ( More on that later).
The normal closing time for a financed purchase (where a buyer is buying a home is at least 30 days). Other popular closing deadlines are 45 and 60 days, agreed upon by the buyer and seller, and are usually chosen to align with relocation plans or any other real estate purchase.
Sign the contract - The first step in closing is to accept your buyer's offer and complete a purchase and sale contract agreement - commonly known as "under contract."
Verify proof of money- Since your buyer is using their own cash to close the deal, you want to make sure that they actually have the money available. Typically, you ask for the earnest front (usually 1-2 percent of the sale price) and request money in the form of bank or investment statements. Your real estate agent can help facilitate this process.
Rent Title & Escrow Companies- Depending on the state, you can choose the companies, or choose the buyer. A title company is responsible for ensuring that the property lines are drawn correctly and that there are no asset liabilities that need to be addressed; Issuing title insurance; And, on the day of closing, ensuring that ownership of real property changes hands.
The escrow company is responsible for managing all closing documents, facilitating the transfer of funds, and completing legal paperwork recording the sale. Note that sometimes the same company can handle both title and escrow functions.
What is a property lien? A property lien is a legal notice related to an unpaid debt. If you failed to pay your taxes, child support, agreement for a court case against you, or a contractor who worked for you, a lien on your loan can be held until You do not settle debt.
Pass home inspection- It is common for buyers to submit their offer with an inspection contingency, which is an addendum stating that they will pay to conduct an inspection, but they have a repair-sale or re-agreed sale based on the findings There is an option to request a price. Once this final conversation is over, you are ready to close.
Review and sign closed documents:-Get ready to sign your own - It's closing time, and a mountain of paperwork is pretty much guaranteed even while working in cash. Here you can expect a review and signature:
Final Closing Instructions: Closing instructions are signed when your escrow account is first opened, but if you have not yet signed them in, you will do it now. This is basically a detailed outline of your escrow company's actions, and the process they will take to complete your closing. Be sure to double check all amounts.
HUD-1 Agreement Statement: Required by federal law, the HUD-1 is a detailed accounting of all monies involved in the transaction. This includes everything you've negotiated at this point, and more: selling prices, balance of payments, pro-rated tax and utility bills, and more. You want to keep this form for your taxes. Be sure to let your closing agent go from line to line before you can check for errors when you sign in.
Your government issued ID.
Deed, if your house is paid.
Code for house keys, garage door remote, and keyless entry and alarm systems.
A certified or cashier's check to cover any outstanding costs that are not covered by your income, such as lien payments, property taxes, or prior utilities. Your escrow company should let you know ahead of time if you need to bring additional funds.
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