The Final Stretch
Closing day is the culmination of your selling journey. After weeks or months of preparation, marketing, and negotiation, you'll finally transfer ownership and receive your proceeds. While exciting, closing requires attention to detail and final preparations to ensure everything goes smoothly.
Pre-Closing Checklist
Complete these tasks in the days leading up to closing to avoid last-minute issues.
1 Week Before Closing
Review Closing Disclosure
Verify all numbers match your expectations - sale price, closing costs, net proceeds
Complete Agreed Repairs
Finish all negotiated repairs and gather receipts for buyer
Confirm Closing Details
Time, location, attendees, and required documents with your agent
Arrange Wire Instructions
Provide secure wiring details to title company for proceeds transfer
2-3 Days Before Closing
Final Cleaning
Professional cleaning or thorough DIY clean - home should be move-in ready
Remove All Belongings
Pack and remove everything not included in sale - check garage, basement, attic
Gather All Keys
House keys, garage remotes, mailbox keys, shed keys, alarm codes
Prepare Documentation
Warranties, manuals, repair receipts, HOA documents, utility information
Day Before Closing
Final Walkthrough Preparation
Ensure home is in agreed-upon condition for buyer's final inspection
Organize Closing Documents
ID, deed, keys, garage remotes, warranties, repair receipts
Confirm Final Details
Double-check closing time, location, and attendee list
Final Walkthrough
The buyer's final walkthrough typically occurs 24-48 hours before closing to verify the home's condition.
Purpose of Final Walkthrough
What Buyers Typically Check
🏠 Overall Condition
- No new damage since inspection
- Home is clean and move-in ready
- All personal belongings removed
🔧 Systems & Utilities
- Electricity, water, gas functioning
- HVAC system operational
- All light fixtures and outlets working
📋 Included Items
- Appliances listed in contract
- Light fixtures and ceiling fans
- Window treatments if included
🔨 Completed Repairs
- All negotiated repairs finished
- Work completed professionally
- Receipts and warranties provided
Closing Day Process
Understanding the closing process helps you prepare for a smooth final transaction.
Document Review
Review and sign the closing disclosure, deed, and other legal documents. Ask questions about anything unclear.
Fund Transfer
Title company verifies buyer's funds and prepares to transfer your proceeds via wire or certified check.
Key Exchange
Hand over all keys, garage remotes, alarm codes, and important documents to the new owners.
Recording & Completion
Title company records the deed transfer with the county. You receive your proceeds and the sale is complete!
What to Bring to Closing
Come prepared with these essential items to avoid delays.
Required Documents
Government-Issued Photo ID
Driver's license or passport for identity verification
Current Deed
Proof of ownership (title company may have copy)
Wire Transfer Instructions
Bank routing and account information for proceeds
Repair Receipts
Documentation of completed negotiated repairs
Items to Transfer
All Keys
House, mailbox, shed, and any other property keys
Garage Door Remotes
All remotes and programming instructions
Security System Info
Alarm codes, monitoring company contacts
Manuals & Warranties
Appliance manuals, system warranties, maintenance records
Understanding Your Proceeds
Know exactly what you'll receive and when your funds will be available.
Net Proceeds Calculation
When You'll Receive Funds
Post-Closing Tasks
Complete these final tasks after closing to wrap up your home sale.
Immediate (Day of Closing)
Within 1 Week
🎉 Congratulations!
You've successfully completed the home selling process! From determining your motivation to closing day, you've navigated every step of this complex journey. Whether you're moving across town or across the country, you should be proud of this major accomplishment.