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- Buy a Home
- Buyer Start Here
- Step 1 – First Introduction
- Step 2 – Discovery Call
- Step 3 – Lender Call
- Step 4 – Reviewing Your Home Search
- Step 5 – Pre-Qualification
- Step 6 – Touring Homes
- Step 7 – Writing Offers
- Step 8 – Going Under Contract
- Step 9 – Opening Escrow
- Step 10 – Inspection Period
- Step 11 – Appraisal Period
- Step 12 – Move-In / Move-Out Prep
- Step 13 – Final Walk-Through
- Step 14 – Signing Closing Documents
- Step 15 – Receiving Your Keys
- Step 16 – Closed Client Care Program
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- Sell a Home
- Seller Start Here
- Step 1 – Discovery Call
- Step 2 - Identifying the Ideal Buyer
- Step 3 - Visual Storytelling & Home Prep
- Step 4 - Pricing & Positioning Game Plan
- Step 5 - Creating Pre-Market Buzz
- Step 6 - Digital Campaign Blueprint
- Step 7 - MLS & Listing Launch
- Step 8 - Promoting Across Sphere & Local Networks
- Step 9 - Gathering Buyer Feedback
- Step 10 - Adjusting Strategy if Needed
- Step 11 - Reviewing & Negotiating Offers
- Step 12 - Accepting the Best Offer
- Step 13 - Escrow & Initial Paperwork
- Step 14 - Inspections & Repair Negotiation
- Step 15 - Appraisal & Financing Confidence
- Step 16 - Final Walkthrough & Closing
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Step 13: Escrow & Initial Paperwork
Once you’re under contract, we manage the moving parts — so you can stay focused on your move.
🧾 What Escrow Actually Means
Escrow is the neutral third-party stage of the transaction where all funds, forms, and documents are managed securely — so both sides are protected.
We help open escrow and ensure every deadline and disclosure stays on track.
“Escrow is the engine behind the scenes — we keep it running smoothly.”
📄 Paperwork We Coordinate
✔ Purchase contract verification
✔ Seller disclosure forms
✔ HOA documents (if applicable)
✔ Title commitment
✔ Payoff information for mortgage or liens
✔ Initial escrow instructions
✔ Tax and insurance details

🔍 What We Handle for You
✔ Constant contact with your title and escrow officer
✔ Timeline coordination with buyer’s lender and agent
✔ Updates on earnest money receipt
✔ DocuSign or in-person signing support
✔ Troubleshooting any paperwork delays

🔐 Security + Accuracy Matter Here
Mistakes in this phase cause delays — or worse. That’s why we triple-check everything and keep the experience stress-free on your end.
Let’s get everything signed, sealed, and ready for what’s next.