The Title Professionals - "We Close The Deal.", Real Estate Settlement

Do I Have to be Present at Settlement?

Anyone who is a title owner of the property must be present at closing, whether they are selling the property or refinancing the current financing. For those who are purchasing property, anyone who is on the loan or will be taking title to the property should attend the closing.

Contrary to popular belief, spouses cannot sign for one another. If for some reason any of the parties cannot attend the closing, we can arrange to have a Power of Attorney document prepared that will allow someone else to sign on their behalf.

Please let us know as soon as possible if anyone will need a Power of Attorney so we can be sure it is prepared, properly executed, notarized and returned to our office prior to closing. In addition, we must obtain the approval of the mortgage company for the Power of Attorney. If any of the parties already have a prepared Power of Attorney, they should please fax us a copy as soon as possible so that we may review the document to ensure that it will be acceptable.