seller’s market, in which the seller may have taken backup offers that are potentially better than yours. Closing can be held in any agreed-upon location. For example, at the attorney’s office, or your lender’s or title company’s offices.
#9. Be Present at a Walkthrough
A final walkthrough is the last chance to see your future house before you buy it to make sure everything is still proper with the home as agreed to in the contract. Commonly, it’s either scheduled the same day before closing or up to 24 hours before the closing. You should be at the walk-thru with your agent. The property should be in the condition that’s specified in your sales contract. You should inspect for any changes or damage that may have been made after the home inspection or pest inspection. Check if everything is in order and if any additional replacements are necessary or if there are damages that have occurred due to the seller's move-out. If there’s an issue, the closing day could be shifted, or, upon agreement, the repair costs will be submitted to the escrow account. Don’t skip this step because missing the final walkthrough is one of the reasons for closing delays.
#10. Get Ready for Your Closing Day
Now you have finally made it to the closing day and survived all the possible obstacles that may have been placed in your way, it’s time to sign the papers and get the keys to your new home. Your attorney and the seller's attorney should have prepared all the paperwork that is required during the process. This includes the title search and insurance, inspection reports, bank statements, home appraisal, checks for down payment, closing
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