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. 

"Staff were friendly, helpful and efficient. We would recommend BesTitle to someone buying a home."

Ruby J. - Borrower - KY

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"Jessica does an outstanding job every time! She is patient, knowledgeable and very efficient! She is a pleasure to work with!"

Alisha P. - Listing Agent - Lewisburg, WV

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"Everyone at BesTitle always bends over backwards to help any way needed. Love closing with them!!"

Ryan L. - Selling Agent - Huntington

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