Hire an attorney.

Make financial arrangements (apply for your mortgage, transfer funds, etc.).

Purchase hazard (homeowner's) insurance.

Arrange for inspections and surveys if the offer states that you will be paying for them. (Important Note: Before incurring any expense, make certain the seller's agent or your agent is not assuming this duty.)

Arrange for the transfer of utilities and services into your name (e.g., gas, electric, water, sewage, garbage pick-up, cable, soft water, newspapers, etc.)

Make a final walk-through to insure the home is in the same condition it was when your contract was signed. (Recommend within 24 hours of closing.)

Know your closing costs.

Have a certified check prepared for the closing. The title company can provide you with the exact amount required to close.

If applicable, apply for an Owner Occupied exemption with the County Assessor--this will save you dollars on your real estate taxes.

Make sure the deed is recorded after the closing. (The county recorder's office will mail the original to you in approximately a month.)

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