While we have many, many years of experience, the key to our success is closing real estate transactions smoothly and efficiently is the use of check lists developed over many years and many transactions. Checklists ensure that the little things do not get overlooked. Here is a quick list of the process from contract to consummation. Note: Every transaction is different, and tasks do not necessarily have to occur in the order presented here. 1. You have done a lot of searchin

The following guidelines will help assure a smooth closing: □ Repairs - Several weeks before closing, check to see if the seller is making the repairs to which you both agreed. Don’t wait until the week of closing to begin inspecting repairs, as this may be too late for you to cause the seller to make the changes you require. □ Building Inspector - If you are building a house, it is a good idea to retain the services of a professional engineer or licensed general contractor t

Most Buyers, and even real estate agents, do not know or understand the duties and work of a closing or title attorney. The following describes the work most title attorneys must perform to insure the soundness of the title to the property the Buyer wishes to purchase. CURRENT TITLE OR OWNER After receiving a copy of the sales contract, the title attorney must find the current record or title owner of the property in the public records. This means the title attorney must find t