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Closing or Settlement >Closing Paperwork

When you buy a house you are asked to sign an amazing number of documents, especially if you are obtaining a mortgage loan. It is prudent to read all of the papers before signing them, but it may not be practical to do this at the actual closing. There is a way you can read everything first without holding up the closing.

The title company should have the papers ready for your review several days before the closing, but sometimes the lender delivers the paperwork at the last minute. If you insist on reading the fine print on every page, you will probably draw some serious groans from the others at the table. One practical solution is to request copies of all of the standard forms a week before the closing, so that you can read them at your leisure. At the closing you need only to make sure that the information is filled in correctly.

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Q	What does "contingency" mean in real estate?
A	A contingency is a specified event that must take place before a home purchase contract is binding; for example, a sale can be said to be "contingent upon the sale of the buyer's current residence."
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With Ray's successful career of over twenty years in real estate, he has personally experienced all the ups and downs of the market. Since 1984, he has coordinated hundreds of new home sales as well as easing the transition for families as they move on to new horizons. Ray's expertise lies in his complete understanding of all facets of real estate, from buying and selling, to an all-encompassing grasp of the individual financial aspects for each client. Call or email America's NUMBER1EXPERT™ in real estate for the Alexandria area today!

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