I had another closing this past week – on Friday. A few things to remember for your next closing: if at all possible, don’t schedule it on a Friday afternoon. Don’t schedule it on the last day of your rate lock and don’t schedule it on the last business day of the month. And whatever you do, don’t schedule it on a day that meets all three put together – especially if you are first time home buyers who are already a little anxious about the whole process!
My client’s lender entered an incorrect code on the paperwork and all the loan documents arrived at the attorney’s office on letterhead from a bank different from the bank that wired the money! It all had to go back and be redone – and then there was trouble with the email so the package didn’t arrive, the seller’s attorney was waiting, the seller lived in NYC and needed to get on a train. Tensions were mounting!
Alas – all documents were finally faxed by 4:30, the seller arrived at 4:45 and we were all on our way by 5:15. First time home buyers with house keys in their hands and smiles on their faces!
Phew!
Please allow me to help you be as happy as my latest new homeowners are today! Visit my website to search homes for sale in Basking Ridge or in Bedminster; contact me directly if you are interested in any other areas – i can help there too!
