Home Seller's Guide by Cynthia Rich

If contractually obligated to provide a termite clearance letter, you should call the company that provided your initial letter before listing (this must be done no more than 30 days before closing).

TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE

Get a change of address package from the post office. Begin notifying family, friends, debtors, etc., of an add1·ess change. Begin collecting information to pass on to the new owner (receipts for appliances, warranty information, owner's manuals, repair and contractor contact information and dates of service).

ONE WEEK BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE

Call your utility companies to schedule the final readings and the disconnect dates. Get directions to the closing attorney's office from your real estate agent. Collect receipts and information about the work done to satisfy the inspection amendment and give copies to your real estate agent.

DAY BEFORE CLOSING

Review the HUD 1 Settlement Agreement to verify that the contract terms are correct and pay special attention to the line items for water bills, homeowner association dues and mortgage balances. If you have any concerns, discuss them with your agent. If there is a chance of any dispute, your agent will advise you to bring proof of payment to the closing.

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