Closing day is near! You have found your dream home, been approved, and had your offer accepted! Now you need to become an expert on closing on a house. Here are our steps! 

Earnest money deposit if applicable

• Money goes to an objective third party until all terms are agreed upon and finances are cleared. 

Home Inspection 

• Hire an inspector to check your property

Pest Inspection 

• Checking for termites, rodents, etc. This is done separately from the home inspection

Lock interest Rate 

• With the help of a lender, lock in the lower rate before signing the papers

Address Contingencies 

• Make sure all terms in the original offer have been met to satisfaction

Final Walk Thru 

• Walk thru the property one last time to ensure there is nothing that violates terms 

Down Payment 

• This cash payment will be made to escrow and laster distributed to the appropriate party, 

Sign Papers 

• Officially claim the title and take the keys to your new home