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Getting the Perfect Settlement Agent When Buying a Home

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Settlement agents do a lot of behind-the-scenes work for the buyer during the home buying process. Their main goal is to ensure a smooth transfer of the property from the seller to the buyer, but they are also an excellent source of information for you. To illustrate, the settlement agent will obtain a title report for you and schedule the issuing of the title insurance policy, prorate costs, collect and coordinate paperwork, transfer and record the deed, and transfer your payment to the seller of the home. Since the settlement agent will hold a lot of responsibilities, it is a good idea to make sure you choose the right one.

Use Referrals

Before hiring just any settlement agent, try networking to see who is recommended by your real estate agent, attorney, or mortgage broker. They should be able to provide you with the right person who you can trust is suitable for the job. Better yet, ask your friends, family, co-workers, or neighbors for recommendations. This might be the best option because you will feel more comfortable asking them specific questions about the settlement agent and their satisfaction with the service.

Find Someone Close to You

Your settlement agent will guide you through the home buying process and ensure the transfer of ownership goes as smooth as possible. This is how you will sign and transfer important documents to the agent. Try to find an agent that is nearby, so that you don’t have to take time out of your busy schedule to drive long distances.

Make Sure They Are Working For You

Remember, settlement agents will be working FOR YOU. Make sure that you choose one that is transparent, skilled, and friendly so that they will be a useful source of information to you. If you are confused about something, do not hesitate to ask questions about the closing process or your specific transaction. It is crucial that you take time to ask questions before you sign any document, to make sure you understand all the terms.

Do You Want the Best Settlement Agent?

Need more assistance in finding the best settlement agent? Try us. FIT Agency provides comprehensive real property title and settlement services to realtors, lenders, attorneys, developers, government entities, and homebuyers and sellers. We are proud to provide personalized service by getting to know each client and working with them individually to achieve their goals. To learn more, contact us today.

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Our goal is to treat you with personalized service by getting to know your goals and helping you to achieve success. We’ll partner with you to provide fast and accurate title and settlement services. By continuously analyzing our processes and integrating the newest technologies, we streamline our processes so you get faster turnaround times to meet your important deadlines. Start building a professional relationship with us today. Send an inquiry now.

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