Work with a fully executed contract A fully executed contract (all buyers and sellers have signed) is the roadmap to a successful closing. Make sure to specify a set closing date. We can prepare a contract for you at no additional charge. Please email
for more information.
Use a clear copy of the contract This helps to avoid misunderstandings later in the process.
Avoid surprises Ask what ALL of your buying expenses will be in advance from realtors, mortgage brokers and lenders.
Plan carefully how much money you will need to close Our goal is to provide a preliminary HUD1 the day prior to a closing. A calm visit to the bank is always better than a hectic one.
Know the marital status of all buyers and sellers Marital status is very important in the conveyance of property in Florida. Please note there is no legal separation in Florida; there is only married or single status. Divorced persons who remain on title as husband and wife claiming single status MUST provide copies of Court stamped Divorce Settlement papers or parties who were married and have not seen each other in 20 years have a legal interest in the other person's real property and they must appear on the deed and sign the mortgages. Claiming incorrect marital status is considered mortgage fraud even if they were unaware of the law.
Is the property for sale part of an estate or in probate? If an owner on property that is being sold is deceased, we will need a legible copy of the death certificate and probate documents in order to close. If the probate process (the probate of the estate) has not occurred, we can refer you the seller to a competent Probate Attorney in your area who can expedite the process.
Language matters Our staff speaks the following languages fluently: English, Spanish, French and Dutch and would be pleased to conduct a closing in any of these four languages.
