


Cash Closing
Contract-to-Close
Checklist
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File Intake & Kick‑Off
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Create digital transaction file; upload executed contract
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Send introduction email to buyer, seller, agents, and designated closing/escrow agent
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Enter all critical dates (inspection, title-review, closing) into shared timeline
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Earnest‑Money Deposit (Handled by Escrow Agent)
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Distribute escrow agent’s wiring/check instructions to buyer
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Confirm deposit received by contractual deadline; save receipt to file
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Inspection Period Management
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Coordinate property access for inspectors as requested
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Track inspection deadline and any repair‑request addenda
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File inspection reports; circulate to parties as needed
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Title & Lien Search
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Review title commitment / lien search from underwriter or attorney
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Coordinate payoff statements or releases for liens discovered
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Survey (If Requested)
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Schedule the completion of a survey
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Follow up on the status of the survey
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HOA / Condo & Municipal Docs
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Check on the status of estoppel letters, resale packages, bylaws, condo questionnaires
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Monitor HOA/condo application and approval status
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Insurance & Utilities Reminders
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Remind buyer to secure homeowner‑insurance binder
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Provide Utility Transfer Checklist
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Settlement Statement Preparation
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Review draft ALTA/HUD for accuracy (prorations, fees, credits)
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Signing Coordination
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Schedule in‑person or remote signing with closing agent/notary
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Confirm final wire instructions are sent by the escrow agent to buyer
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Verify fully-executed documents returned to closing agent
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Funding & Recording
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Verify buyer's funds to close received by escrow agent
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Track deed recording; obtain recording information from closing agent
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Post‑Closing Wrap‑Up
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Send “Congratulations” email and testimonial request
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Zero‑Risk Guarantee
If the transaction does not close, you pay us nothing.
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Compliance Note: YSM Title Services, Inc. offers administrative coordination only. We do not negotiate contract terms, draft legal documents, provide legal advice, or hold escrow funds.
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