Listed below are many of the items to attend to prior to closing a real estate transaction.  It is important to review these items and discuss them with your agent.

Financing:  Arrange for financing.  Obtain a final approval and review lender requirements.

Title Insurance:  Make arrangements for obtaining title insurance.  Review with an attorney or accountant on how to hold title to property regarding estate planning and or tax implications.

Moving Arrangements:  Obtain estimates for moving companies and coordinate estimated moving date.

Property Insurance:  Make arrangements for insurance coverage regarding real property, personal property,

and personal liability.

Contingencies:  Follow-up to ensure that any contingencies (i.e., property repairs, termite inspection, and other requirements) have been completed.

Utilities/Address Change:  Arrange to have utilities transferred and change address with post office, family, friends, relatives, and employers.

Final Walk Through:  Arrange for final walk through of the property to inspect for utility functions, completed repairs, personal property, garbage removal, and etc.

Closing Paperwork:  Review all closing documents prior to the actual closing.

At the Closing:  Confirm the method of payment for paying the balance of the down payment and closing costs.  Also confirm identification necessary at time of document signing.  Obtain keys, garage openers and alarm codes at time of possession.