Residential Closings

Closing (also referred to as completion or settlement) is the final step in executing a real estate transaction. The closing date is set during the negotiation phase, and is usually several weeks after the offer is formally accepted. On the closing date, the ownership of the property is transferred to the buyer.

The legal work, documents, title insurance and closing required for commercial property necessitates a real estate attorney's handling.  A title company with an on staff real estate attorney is equipped to address the myriad issues that will come up in commercial closings.

The closing costs of a home refinance generally include credit fees, appraisal fees, points (which is an optional expense to lower the interest rate over the life of the loan), insurance and taxes, escrow and title fees, and lender fees.

Realize that short sales are negotiated between sellers and their bank - Buyers mistakenly believe that they are negotiating with the bank on a short sale. In reality, short sale approval is a process that occurs only between the seller and their lender.

When purchasing a piece of commercial real estate, it can be very helpful to understand each of the steps that need to take place during the closing process. While a lot of it is similar to closing on a residential real estate deal, there are some unique things to be aware of so that you’re prepared.

Limited Liability Corporation with a Land Trust for Privacy and Asset Protection. Although a land trust is for privacy and asset protection, a land trust does not receive the benefits that an LLC or a business does. However, if someone falls on your property and gets hurt, the beneficiary will be held responsible.

Limited Liability Corporation with a Land Trust for Privacy and Asset Protection. Although a land trust is for privacy and asset protection, a land trust does not receive the benefits that an LLC or a business does. However, if someone falls on your property and gets hurt, the beneficiary will be held responsible.

Limited Liability Corporation with a Land Trust for Privacy and Asset Protection. Although a land trust is for privacy and asset protection, a land trust does not receive the benefits that an LLC or a business does. However, if someone falls on your property and gets hurt, the beneficiary will be held responsible.

Limited Liability Corporation with a Land Trust for Privacy and Asset Protection. Although a land trust is for privacy and asset protection, a land trust does not receive the benefits that an LLC or a business does. However, if someone falls on your property and gets hurt, the beneficiary will be held responsible.