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Contract-to-Close Checklist
Every milestone from signed contract to closing
A milestone-by-milestone checklist for the period between contract acceptance and closing. Use it on both buyer and seller transactions to keep every deadline visible.
Best for: Agents and coordinators on buyer or seller transactions.
4-page PDF · 36 checklist items · key dates and notes sections
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What's inside
1. Contract Execution · 5 items
- Confirm every page is signed, initialed and dated by all parties
- Confirm all addenda and exhibits are attached
- + 3 more in the PDF
2. Earnest Money · 4 items
- Confirm amount, holder and deadline
- Confirm delivery method with the holder
- + 2 more in the PDF
3. Inspections & Due Diligence · 6 items
- Schedule general inspection
- Schedule specialty inspections as needed
- + 4 more in the PDF
4. Financing · 5 items
- Confirm the lender received the contract
- Confirm loan application complete
- + 3 more in the PDF
5. Appraisal · 4 items
- Confirm appraisal ordered
- Coordinate property access for the appraiser
- + 2 more in the PDF
6. Title & Survey · 4 items
- Confirm title search ordered
- Review title commitment for exceptions or liens
- + 2 more in the PDF
7. Walkthrough & Closing · 8 items
- Confirm closing date, time and location
- Review the settlement statement / Closing Disclosure
- + 6 more in the PDF
Key dates you'll record
Binding Agreement Date · Earnest money due · Inspection / due diligence ends · Repair amendment deadline · Appraisal deadline · Financing contingency · Clear to close · Final walkthrough · Closing date & time
General guidance for U.S. real estate professionals; not legal advice. Your contract, state law and brokerage policies control.
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