The Closing

The closing is the culmination of the entire process. It can be one of the most nervous times for everyone involved. This is when you and the buyers and everyone's attorneys get together to finalize the transaction, and to sign all of the paperwork (the deed, mortgage papers, etc.). This is also the time that you get your check and the buyers get their keys.

If you've never been through the process before, I like to sit down and discuss everything that is going to happen at the closing before hand, just to get you familiarized with it. I like to give you a run down about what people are going to ask and what you are going to have to sign. I have found that many people have a lot of questions about what the closing actually is and what actually goes on, and I want to make sure that if you work with me, you know what is happening at all times.

Just prior to the closing the buyers will most likely do a Final Walk-Through to ensure the property is in the condition that was agreed upon. SO you'll need to ensure that all terms of the agreement have been met. Most often, this means having the house empty and in broom-swept condition.

The location of the closing depends on the situation. Sometimes it is held at an office of one of the parties involved, like the closing attorney, or myself, or, quite often, at the Registry of Deeds. The Registry is a very convenient location since the documents can be recorded immediately.

Some agents don't attend closings, but I make it a personal point to attend. My skills have been needed at many closings.

Charissa Pemper, Boston REALTOR®

Charissa Pemper
Lic. MA Real Estate Broker, REALTOR®
Charissa@HomesInBoston.com