CHAPTER 13 Inspections and Closing: Getting Things Done Without An Agent In most cases, once the contract is signed, that means the deal has gone through. However, that does not mean one can just relax and assume that everything will work out fine. It is important to be vigilant during this time. In between signing the contract and closing, you should ensure that you are working hand in hand with the buyer’s inspector and an appraiser. You must make an effort to ensure that the purchaser is making progress. You should also consider hiring a closing company. The last step is to make a schedule and then go ahead and close the deal. When selling a house on your own, closing is one of the most challenging steps. There are countless legal details that one needs to cover. In order to successfully cover this step, there are several things that one needs to understand, including several key terms. First of all, one needs to understand what exactly is meant by a settlement. “Settlement”
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