What things to take to a closing when you sell your house?

Question

I know you need an attorney.

Answer 1

I recommend that you DO have an attorney at closing - especially if you are the seller.

You will be responsible for having the Warranty Deed ready as well as clear title, and a survey. If you have a mortgage, you will need a current payoff letter from your lender. You will also need to bring all keys to the property, garage door openers, and ownership manuals for personal items such as appliances, garage door opener, etc. (but you can leave the manuals in the home too - just be sure to let the buyer know where they are). If you live in a property has an Assocation, you will also need copies of the Declarations and Bylaws. Other potential item could be a letter from the Assocation stating your dues are paid current.

Real Estate attorney don't charge that much for a closing, so I highly recommend that you have one.

Answer 2

You also need to take the keys to the house to the closing. The closing agent/company will have all the other documentation necessary to close the sale. The attorney is optional, unless you feel that you need a professional to analyze documents.

Be sure that you get a qualified attorney. The last closing I attended, at which the sellers had an attorney present, was almost a joke. I ended up answering most of the questions involved, since the attorney seemed rather clueless as to most information.

Answer 3

Drivers License , and maybe another proof of ID and some wrist exercises for the paperwork you will be signing..p.s you dont really need a attorney the title comapies have them on site and should be able to answer any questions you have..

Answer 4

Well if a title company (US) is handling your closing, you don't necessarily need an attorney. But you do need your drivers license. That's it.