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Communication = Closings

Thank you for choosing Old Republic Title. In order to avoid delays, it is important that the information
is accurate on your open order sheet and we receive your information as early in the escrow process
as possible. If the terms of the escrow change, please notify your Escrow Officer immediately.

Escrow Number:

‡ Provide a copy of the fully executed contract.
‡ Are there any addendums (please provide as soon as possible)?
‡ Provide complete Agent and Broker Information including address and licensing information
‡ Contact information for Buyers and Sellers
We recommend that you
‡ Address of the Property review this checklist 10-14
‡ Purchase Price days before the close of
‡ Loan amount (always communicate any changes in the loan amount) escrow and communicate
‡ Close of Escrow (always communicate any changes in the close of escrow date) any changes with your
Escrow Officer.
‡ Confirm buyer(s) name(s), and marital status, if applicable, or entity that is taking title
‡ How will the buyer take title to the property?
‡ Confirm that the buyer and seller have proper ID and names on the contract match the names on the ID
‡ Commission Demand Statements from Listing and Selling Brokers
‡ Who is paying the (County/City) transfer tax?
‡ Who is paying for the NHD Report? Submit a copy of the Invoice
‡ Who is paying for the Home Warranty? Submit a copy of the Invoice
‡ Are there any Seller Credits (closing costs/repairs)?
‡ Provide a list items paid outside of closing (appraisals, inspections, credit reports)
‡ Will there be a Rent Back?
‡ Provide terms of the rent back to escrow
‡ Provide the contact information for the Buyer’s fire/hazard Insurance
‡ Provide other terms depending on the location:
‡ Sewer Lateral, gas shut off, forms required by the city/county, repairs, inspections etc
‡ Is there an HOA? If so, who will provide document and transfer fees?
‡ Does this home qualify as the Seller’s primary residence?
‡ Will the buyer or seller need a mobile notary(ies)? Contact your Escrow Officer or Account Executive if you
‡ Solar panel system? Inform Escrow Officer if leased or owned have any questions.
Please ask us for information on common ways to hold title,
potential property tax discounts for seniors, title insurance,
the escrow process and more.

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Old Republic Title is providing this information as a free client service
and makes no warranties or representations as to its accuracy.
Old Republic Title strongly recommends consumers confer with their
title insurer as underwriting requirements vary among companies and
further, obtain guidance and advice from qualified professionals,
including attorneys specializing in Real Property, Trusts and/or Title
Insurance to get more detailed, and current, information as to any
particular situation affecting them.