Key Players in a Real Estate Closing

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Key Players in a Real Estate Closing

1. Buyers & Sellers

Negotiate terms and price

Make final decisions

2. Real Estate Agents

Market properties

Find buyers

Facilitate negotiations

3. Lender

Provides financing

Evaluates creditworthiness

4. Title Company*

Ensures clean title

Searches title history

Issues title insurance

Handles closing paperwork

5. Real Estate Attorneys

Review contracts

Ensure legal compliance

Protect client interests

6. Home Inspector

Assesses property condition

Identifies potential issues

7. Appraiser

Determines fair market value

8. Escrow Officer*

Holds funds and documents

Ensures conditions are met before transfer

9. Insurance Agent

Confirms homeowner’s insurance

10. Closing Agent*

Conducts closing meeting

Facilitates document signing

Close with confidence with BesTitle.

*Services provided by BesTitle.

“Twenty three minutes from start of close to finish, and 10 of that was shooting the breeze with the sellers. If you want the best title experience, BesTitle is your only choice.”

David B. - Buyer - Jackson, OH

“Always accommodating. I appreciate how respectful you guys are to the clients and always answer any questions. I wish every closing attorney was as organized and cooperative!”

Roy P. - Selling Agent - WV

“Larry was instrumental in getting this one to the closing table! A huge thank you for working with the lender to clear things up for them so we could get this one closed.”

Sheila M. - Listing Agent - Ashland