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  • How does the transfer of ownership work?

    The transfer of ownership is managed entirely through escrow. Once you accept our offer, escrow prepares the necessary documents, including the deed. You will sign the deed to transfer ownership, and escrow will record it with the county once closing is complete. At that point, Seller’s Advantage becomes the official owner of the property, and ...

  • Will escrow pay my mortgage and other liens, or do I need to pay them after we close?

    Escrow will handle paying your mortgage and any other recorded liens at closing. For this reason, there’s no need for you to settle these accounts on your own. The escrow officer collects the payoff amounts directly from your lender or creditors. From here, the amounts are subtracted from the sale proceeds. What remains is your ...

  • How can I know what my net proceeds will be?

    Escrow provides a settlement statement that breaks down the numbers clearly. This is what you will see on this document: The purchase price Mortgages, liens and property taxes The net number you will take home And because we shoulder the closing costs, there won’t be any additional fees taken out on the statement. Reviewing this ...

  • Do I need to go to the escrow office to sign the paperwork?

    You don’t have to go into the escrow office. In most cases, the paperwork can be handled in a way that is convenient for you. Escrow officers can arrange for a notary to meet you at your home or another location, so you can sign where it works best. If you prefer to go into ...