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After Offer Acceptance

From Contract to Closing

An accepted offer begins a coordinated stretch of deadlines, access, disclosures, decisions, and moving tasks. Clear communication keeps the pieces visible.

A practical place to begin

Clear information.
Better questions.

Use this guide to organize the details, identify the decisions ahead, and prepare for a productive conversation.

During the transaction

  • Complete required seller disclosures
  • Coordinate buyer inspections and property access
  • Respond to document and information requests
  • Prepare for appraisal when applicable
  • Review repair or credit requests
  • Track financing and contingency dates
  • Document agreed repairs or work
  • Keep insurance and utilities active as required

Prepare to move

  • Confirm possession and move-out timing
  • Hire movers and reserve needed services
  • Sort, donate, sell, or pack remaining items
  • Transfer or end utilities at the correct time
  • Remove all personal property required by the contract
  • Leave agreed fixtures, remotes, keys, and property information

Closing and handoff

  • Review estimated and final closing figures
  • Complete signing requirements
  • Verify wire instructions independently
  • Prepare for the final walkthrough
  • Confirm keys, access devices, and possession
  • Keep important sale and improvement records

Your questions are welcome

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