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Closing Preparations and Duties
Coordinate closing process with buyer’s agent, escrow officer, and lender
Ensure all parties have all forms and information needed to close the sale
Confirm closing date and time and notify all parties
Assist in solving any title problems (boundary disputes, easements, etc) or in obtaining Death Certificates
Work with buyer’s agent in scheduling and conducting buyer’s Final Walk-Thru prior to closing
Research all tax and HOA and othe applicable prorations
Request final closing figures from closing agent (attorney or title company)
Receive & carefully review closing figures to ensure accuracy of preparation
Confirm buyer and buyer’s agent have received title insurance commitment
Provide “Home Owners Warranty” for availability at closing
Review all closing documents carefully for errors
Review documents with closing agent (attorney)
Coordinate this closing with seller’s next purchase and resolve any timing problems
Refer sellers to CRS agents at their destination if relocating
Change MLS status to Sold. Enter sale date, price, selling broker and agent’s ID numbers, etc.
Close out listing in transaction management program
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