What’s the best way to prepare for a home closing?

On Behalf of | Jun 26, 2017 | Real Estate Transactions

Closing on a home is supposed to be one of the most exciting days of your life. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. There are many things that can get in the way, thus causing you more stress than you ever imagined possible.

By taking the right steps early in the process, you can ensure that you are prepared for anything that could come your way.

Here are a few tips to consider:

— Ask questions. There is no such thing as a silly question when it comes to buying a home. If something is on your mind, direct the question toward the appropriate party, such as the closing company or your real estate agent.

— Review documents in advance for errors. You may not have access to every document, but you should review those that are made available to you.

— Take a check for the right amount of money. Make sure you find out the amount you will need a couple of days in advance of your closing.

— Give yourself the day off. You don’t want to be in a rush to get back to work, so take the entire day off.

— Expect mistakes (but hope for the best). You should expect mistakes to happen, such as typos. While these aren’t always a big deal, they need to be rectified at the closing.

By taking these steps, you can prepare yourself for your home closing. If for any reason you run into a serious issue, you may need to delay the closing as to learn more about your situation and how to proceed.

Source: Bankrate, “6 tips for a painless closing on your home,” accessed June 26, 2017

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