Engel Volkers - Dallas A4 - Flipbook - Page 83
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Closing
Attend the closing to sign the necessary documents
to transfer ownership to the buyer.
receive the proceeds from the sale minus any outstanding fees and mortgage balance. You can discuss with your Escrow
Officer and Engel & Völkers Advisor which is best for you to attend in person, but you may have already moved, so a mobile
closing may be best.
Hand over the keys and necessary documentation to the new owner, the title company, and your Escrow Officer to pass on to
the buyer. Once everything is funded, these items will be released to the buyer, and your proceeds will be wired to the account
you provided at closing.
notify utility companies of the change in ownership and settle any outstanding bills. remember to put the changeover date
the day after closing to ensure no issues. The buyer will typically do a walk-through 24-48 hours before closing to make sure
everything has been handled according to the contract and may bring out an inspector.
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