1. Executed contract
Record effective date, party contacts, contract form, required deposits, escrow holder and closing date.
Florida contract-to-closing essentials
Learn what to track from an executed contract through settlement. Every date must come from the signed agreement and applicable addenda.
Record effective date, party contacts, contract form, required deposits, escrow holder and closing date.
Schedule property inspections and record the actual contractual inspection deadline and notices.
Confirm financing application, lender conditions, appraisal if required, and any financing deadlines.
Follow up on title commitment, liens, judgments, survey and required title objections or cure items.
Track homeowner and flood coverage, condominium or HOA application and approvals when applicable.
Confirm settlement figures, applicable Closing Disclosure delivery, final walkthrough and funds instructions.
Record signing, funding and disbursement; retain records under brokerage policy and applicable law.
Outstanding underwriting documents, appraisal concerns or financing conditions.
Unresolved encumbrances, permit matters or missing documentation.
Association approvals, estoppel information and required documents.
Inspections, insurance, signatures, funding and holidays can affect completion.
Deadlines depend on the particular executed contract, addenda and changes; never assume standard durations.
Track amendments and extensions only after they are properly agreed and signed.
Share only appropriate information; use secure delivery for sensitive documents.
Keep the dates in your signed contract in front of you.
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