The Life of an Escrow

The life of an Escrow

 

  • Buyer and Seller sign purchase and sale agreement
  • Buyer places deposit
  • Buyer or Seller’s agent /broker opens escrow
  • Escrow holder orders Preliminary Title Report from Title Company
  • Escrow prepares instructions and documents
  • Escrow holder and agent/broker review preliminary report
  • Buyer and Seller sign and return escrow supplemental documents
  • Escrow holder forward the “Statement of Identity” to title officer to clear title under General Index
  • Escrow holder calls lender for Status and Conditions
  • Escrow holder obtain loan approval, check terms, order loan documents
  • Escrow holder reviews file and verifies all conditions have been met including: completion of termite reports,   new insurance, homeowner’s association information, data on liens, prepare additional documents if needed.
  • Escrow holder receives loan documents
  • Buyer’s loan documents are signed and returned to escrow holder with remainder of funds.
  • Escrow holder reviews buyer and seller file, verifying that documents are properly executed, notarized, and funds are good and all conditions have been met.
  • Escrow holder requests funds from lender
  • Escrow holder and title company review the title insurance requirements
  • Escrow holder receives funds from lender
  • Record Deed, close file, prepare statements, disburse funds and prepare 1099 report.