What to Expect on Closing Day as a Seller
Closing day represents the final destination of your real estate transaction. On this day, ownership of your Brevard County property officially transfers to the buyer, closing documents are signed, mortgage loans are paid off, and your net sale proceeds are disbursed to your bank account. Knowing what to prepare and what to expect during closing day eliminates last-minute surprises and ensures a smooth, celebratory conclusion to your sale.
The Final Walkthrough
In the 24 hours leading up to closing, the buyer conducts a final walkthrough of your home. As the seller, your responsibilities include:
Verifying Agreed Repairs
Confirming that all repair items negotiated during escrow have been completed with invoices made available to the buyer and title company.
Vacating the Property
Ensure all personal belongings, furniture, and trash are removed, leaving the home in sparkling-clean condition.
Leaving Home Essentials
Leaving garage door openers, house keys, pool remotes, appliance manuals, and security system codes in a central kitchen counter location.
Signing Documents & Receiving Sale Proceeds
Sellers can sign closing paperwork in person at the local title company or complete a remote notary signing from anywhere in the country. Once all documents are signed by both parties and the buyer’s loan funds are fully disbursed, the title company wires your net proceeds directly to your bank account or issues a cashier’s check.
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