🗺️ Your Closing Roadmap
Every transaction is different, but here’s what you can generally expect over the next few weeks.
📝 Step 1 — You’re Under Contract!
Celebrate!
Take a deep breath—you’ve accepted an offer!
Now the behind-the-scenes work begins.
During this stage we’ll monitor deadlines, communicate with the buyer’s agent, title company, lender, and attorney (if applicable), while keeping everything moving toward a successful closing.
🔍 Step 2 — Home Inspection
The buyer will usually schedule a home inspection.
Remember…
Almost every inspection finds something.
Don’t panic.
We’ll review any repair requests together and decide the best response before making any decisions.
✅ No surprises.
✅ No pressure.
We’ll work through it together.
🏦 Step 3 — Appraisal (if needed)
If the buyer is obtaining financing, the lender will usually order an appraisal.
Most appraisals go smoothly.
If an issue comes up, we’ll discuss your options and decide together on the best path forward.
📋 Step 4 — Final Details
During this time we may be coordinating:
• Title work
• Loan approval
• Repair receipts
• Utility information
• Closing documents
• Final scheduling
Most of this happens behind the scenes.
I’ll keep you updated if I need anything from you or with any updates.
📦 Step 5 — Getting Ready to Move
This is a great time to:
✅ Continue packing.
✅ Schedule movers.
✅ Transfer utilities.
✅ Notify the post office.
✅ Gather warranties and manuals.
✅ Collect garage door openers, mailbox keys, and spare keys.
The more you accomplish now…
The easier moving week will be.
🚶 Step 6 — Final Walkthrough
The buyer will usually complete one final walkthrough shortly before closing.
They’re simply confirming:
✔ Repairs were completed (if applicable)
✔ The home is in the agreed-upon condition
✔ Included items remain with the home
✔ Everything is ready for closing
This is usually a quick visit.
✍️ Step 7 — Closing Day!
Today is the day!
You’ll sign your final paperwork.
The buyer will sign theirs.
Funds will be transferred.
Ownership officially changes hands.
Congratulations!
You did it!
🏡 Before You Leave Your Home One Last Time
Take a few minutes to make sure you’ve completed these final tasks:
☐ Remove all personal belongings.
☐ Wipe down kitchen and bathroom counters.
☐ Empty the refrigerator.
☐ Empty all trash cans.
☐ Vacuum or sweep floors.
☐ Leave appliance manuals.
☐ Leave garage door openers.
☐ Leave mailbox keys.
☐ Leave extra house keys.
☐ Leave warranty information.
☐ Double-check closets, cabinets, attic, basement, crawl space, garage, and storage sheds.
☐ Turn off lights.
☐ Lock all doors.
Printable Version of Before You Leave Your Home
🎉 After Closing
Congratulations!
You’ve officially completed your home-selling journey.
But our relationship doesn’t end here.
Remember, if I was your listing broker, you have a full year access to your selling hub. Need to remember who the title company was? It’s there. How about a copy of your inspection report? It’s there too. Everything, every step of the way.
Exclusively for my lsting clients – For the next year, you’ll continue to have access to your Home Selling Hub, where you can conveniently find:
📁 Your transaction documents
📘 Your seller guides
📋 Helpful resources
🏡 Closing information
📄 Important paperwork
Need a copy of your closing statement six months from now?
Looking for the name of the title company?
Wondering where that document went?
Just log into your Home Selling Hub.
Think of it as your personal digital closing binder—available whenever you need it.
🔐 LOGIN TO YOUR HOME SELLING HUB
And of course…
If you ever have a question, need a contractor recommendation, or simply want real estate advice…
I’m only a phone call, text, or email away.
I’m so glad I had the opportunity to help you through this journey, and I hope your new chapter brings you everything you’re looking for. ❤️
💗 One Last Thought From Karyn
Selling a home is much more than signing paperwork.
It’s saying goodbye to one chapter and beginning another.
Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, I truly appreciate the trust you placed in me to help guide you through the process.
Thank you for allowing me to be part of your journey.
I wish you happiness, wonderful memories, and every blessing in your next home.
Congratulations again…
And remember…
You’ll always have a Broker in your corner.
— Karyn Murphy