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Real Estate Closing Disclosure Document

This Real Estate Closing Disclosure Document (the "Disclosure") is made and entered into as of the date of final signatures below by and between Buyer: and Seller: concerning the real property located at (the "Property").

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Buyer and Seller have entered into a purchase and sale agreement for the Property dated which sets forth the material terms of the transaction;

WHEREAS, the parties intend by this Disclosure to set forth final closing figures, allocations, and the schedule of required documents, fees, prorations and disbursements to be delivered and paid at closing; and

WHEREAS, the parties desire a final, binding statement of closing costs, credits and net proceeds to Seller and net funds due from Buyer at closing.

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing recitals and the mutual covenants contained herein, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:

1. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of this Disclosure, the following terms shall have the meanings ascribed: "Closing" means the consummation of the transfer of title to the Property and the settlement of all sums due; "Closing Date" means the date on which Closing occurs as set forth in Section 2 below; "Closing Agent" means the person or entity responsible for settlement and disbursement as set forth in Section 6.

2. CLOSING DATE

The parties agree that the Closing shall occur on or before (the "Closing Date"), subject to satisfaction or waiver of the conditions set forth in Section 7.

3. PURCHASE PRICE AND CASH TO CLOSE

Purchase Price: $ .

Earnest Money Deposit applied to Closing: $ . Amount due from Buyer at Closing (Cash to Close): $ .

4. ITEMIZED CLOSING COSTS

Settlement Statement and Itemization (enter amounts as applicable):

5. ADJUSTMENTS AND PRORATIONS

Property taxes, assessments, homeowners association dues, rents, utilities and other operating expenses shall be prorated as of the Closing Date. Final prorations shall be calculated by the Closing Agent and reflected on the final Settlement Statement. Estimated prorations for closing purposes:

6. CLOSING AGENT, TITLE AND ESCROW

Closing Agent: . Title Company: . Escrow/Settlement Account:

The Closing Agent shall prepare a final, itemized Settlement Statement reflecting disbursements, seller proceeds, buyer cash to close, and any loan payoffs. The parties agree that close of escrow shall not occur until the Closing Agent has received all necessary funds, executed closing documents, and clear title or agreed title exceptions as authorized in writing.

7. REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES AND COVENANTS

Each party represents and warrants to the other that: (a) it has full power and authority to enter into this Disclosure and to consummate the transactions contemplated herein; (b) execution and delivery of this Disclosure and performance of its obligations do not violate any agreement or law binding on it; and (c) all information and statements provided to the Closing Agent and to the other party material to the Closing are true and correct in all material respects as of the Closing Date.

8. CLOSING DELIVERABLES

Seller shall deliver at Closing: (i) duly executed deed conveying marketable title free and clear of liens except permitted exceptions; (ii) affidavits and instruments required by title company; (iii) keys, access devices and any certificates of compliance; and (iv) any other documents reasonably required by the Closing Agent. Buyer shall deliver at Closing: (i) funds necessary to satisfy Cash to Close; (ii) loan documents if financing; and (iii) executed closing documents required by the Closing Agent.

9. CONDITIONS TO CLOSING

The obligations of each party to close are subject to the satisfaction, on or before the Closing Date, of the following conditions: (a) delivery of final, acceptable title commitment and removal or cure of title defects as specified; (b) receipt by Buyer of all loan documents if applicable; (c) receipt by the Closing Agent of written closing funds; and (d) performance by each party of its covenants and obligations under this Disclosure and the purchase agreement.

10. ESCROW, DISBURSEMENT AND LIENS

The Closing Agent shall hold any escrowed funds and shall disburse all monies only upon fulfillment of the Closing conditions and in accordance with the final Settlement Statement. Any indebtedness, liens or encumbrances to be paid at Closing shall be set forth on the Settlement Statement and paid from escrow proceeds prior to disbursement of Seller net proceeds.

11. TAXES, ASSESSMENTS AND PRORATIONS

Real property taxes, assessments and other municipal charges shall be prorated as of the Closing Date unless otherwise agreed in writing. Buyer and Seller acknowledge that final tax amounts may not be available at Closing and that any subsequent adjustments as required by taxing authorities shall be the responsibility of the party legally liable for such charges under applicable law.

12. NOTICES

All notices, demands or communications required or permitted hereunder shall be in writing and shall be delivered personally, by nationally recognized courier, or by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the addresses set forth below or such other address as either party may designate in writing.

13. AMENDMENTS; WAIVER

This Disclosure may be amended only by a written instrument executed by both parties. No failure or delay by any party in exercising any right under this Disclosure shall operate as a waiver of that right, nor shall any single or partial exercise of any right preclude any other or further exercise of that right or the exercise of any other right.

14. GOVERNING LAW

This Disclosure shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the substantive laws of the state in which the Property is located, without regard to its conflicts of law rules.

15. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Disclosure, together with the purchase and sale agreement referenced herein and any schedules or exhibits attached hereto, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations and warranties, both written and oral.

16. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Disclosure is held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable under present or future laws effective during the term hereof, such provision shall be fully severable and this Disclosure shall be construed and enforced as if such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision had never comprised a part hereof, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

17. COUNTERPARTS; ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES

This Disclosure may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. Signatures delivered by electronic means shall be effective to bind the party executing the same.

18. CERTIFICATION BY PARTIES

Each party certifies that the figures and statements contained in this Disclosure are true, correct and complete to the best of such party's knowledge, and agrees to cooperate in good faith to effectuate the Closing and to correct any clerical or computational errors in the Settlement Statement prior to disbursement.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Real Estate Closing Disclosure Document as of the dates set forth below.

Buyer:

By:

Date:

Seller:

By:

Date:

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What the Real Estate Closing Disclosure Document Is

The Real Estate Closing Disclosure Document is a standardized lender-provided statement summarizing final loan terms, closing costs, cash to close and who pays which fees at a real estate closing. It is a consumer-facing disclosure used in U.S. mortgage transactions to show final numbers and loan attributes, enabling comparison with the earlier Loan Estimate. Lenders typically deliver this disclosure before consummation to satisfy federal disclosure rules and to document the terms both buyer and seller will accept at closing.

Why the Closing Disclosure Matters in a Transaction

The Closing Disclosure gives buyers, sellers, lenders and closing agents a clear, auditable record of final loan terms and closing costs. It reduces ambiguity at funding, protects consumer rights under federal mortgage disclosure rules, and forms part of the permanent loan record.

Why the Closing Disclosure Matters in a Transaction

Who typically prepares and receives this document

Several parties interact with the Closing Disclosure to finalize a real estate loan; responsibilities vary by role and state rules.

  • Mortgage lenders and loan officers prepare the form to report final loan terms and costs to the borrower.
  • Title/escrow agents and settlement agents coordinate figures and ensure payments, prorations, and recording items are included.
  • Buyers and sellers review the disclosure to confirm amounts, credits, and the final cash-to-close figure before signing.

Accurate distribution and review by each listed party reduces funding delays and post-closing disputes.

Step-by-step: Completing the Closing Disclosure

Follow these sequential steps to prepare, review, and deliver a compliant Closing Disclosure prior to consummation.

  • 01
    Gather details: Collect loan terms, payoff figures, seller credits, prorations and title fees.
  • 02
    Populate form: Enter borrower, property, loan and cost line items per the official template.
  • 03
    Verify calculations: Check totals, tolerance thresholds, APR and finance charge math for accuracy.
  • 04
    Deliver to borrower: Provide the completed disclosure at least three business days before closing.

Essential parts of a professional Closing Disclosure

A complete Closing Disclosure organizes loan and closing information so every party sees final terms, costs and funding requirements at a glance.

Loan Terms

Displays loan amount, interest rate, monthly payment, loan type, and whether payments include principal, interest, taxes, insurance or escrow; accurate loan terms ensure the borrower understands repayment obligations and prevent post-closing disputes.

Projected Payments

Breaks down monthly payments across principal and interest, estimated taxes and insurance, and any mortgage insurance; shows payment changes when rates or escrow change to avoid surprises for the borrower.

Closing Costs

Itemizes origination charges, services borrower did and did not shop for, title and recording fees, and prepaid items; detailed line items support tolerance calculations and regulatory disclosure requirements.

Cash to Close

Summarizes total funds required at closing, including down payment, closing costs, and prepaid items; reconciliation with the settlement statement prevents funding delays and last-minute wire errors.

Loan Disclosures

Includes required federal disclosures and any change-of-terms statements, tolerance explanations and whether certain fees exceeded allowable thresholds under applicable regulations.

Seller and Other Credits

Shows seller credits, lender credits, and adjustments; clear credit entries ensure buyer and seller reach agreement on net proceeds and avoid settlement disputes.

Security and compliance basics to protect the disclosure

Encryption: AES-256 at rest; TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit
Audit trail: Timestamped events and signer metadata
Access controls: Role-based permissions and SSO
ESIGN / UETA: Legal framework for electronic signatures
HIPAA BAA: Available when PHI is present
21 CFR support: Available for regulated use cases

Typical flow for electronic preparation and delivery

The digital workflow moves the disclosure from lender to signing parties, capturing identity and audit data at each step.

  • Upload document: Lender uploads completed disclosure PDF to the eSigning platform.
  • Place fields: Signature, initial, and date fields are positioned for each signer.
  • Authenticate signer: Signers confirm identity via email, SMS code, or stronger methods.
  • Complete signing: Signed copies and the audit trail are distributed to all parties.

Configuring your online Closing Disclosure workflow

Set up fields, authentication, and routing to match your lender and settlement procedures before sending the disclosure for signature.

Field Configuration
Signature placement Required for borrower and seller when applicable
Date handling Auto-fill MM/DD/YYYY on signature completion
Attachments Permit PDFs for supporting documents
Authentication method Email link with optional SMS verification

Technical considerations for digital delivery

Confirm your eSignature provider supports PDF formatting, required integrations, and appropriate signer authentication for mortgage workflows.

  • File formats: PDF, DOCX accepted
  • Integrations: Salesforce, NetSuite, Google Workspace
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, KBA options

Key timing rules and delivery windows

Adhere to federal delivery windows and state recording timetables to remain compliant and avoid funding interruptions.

Three-business-day rule:

Provide the Closing Disclosure at least three business days before consummation (Regulation Z / 12 CFR 1026).

Review period:

Borrower must receive final terms and have the three-business-day review before signing.

Recording timeline:

Recording deadlines vary by county; delays can affect seller proceeds and funding.

Funding cutoff:

Funding should not occur before the required delivery and review windows close.

Retention trigger:

Retention obligations begin upon consummation and must follow applicable recordkeeping rules.

Milestones from approval to recorded title

Sequential milestones show the usual path from loan approval through final recording and post-closing retention.

01

Loan approval

Underwriting completes and loan terms are locked prior to preparing disclosures.

02

Prepare disclosure

Populate Closing Disclosure with final figures and review for tolerance compliance.

03

Delivery period

Provide disclosure three business days before scheduled consummation.

04

Closing and recording

Execute documents, fund the loan, and record deed and mortgage as required.

Common pitfalls when preparing the disclosure

  • Late or inconsistent payoff figures from the seller can produce last-minute adjustments and funding delays.
  • Mismatched borrower names or incorrect property descriptions can delay recording or require corrective documents.
  • Not reconciling seller credits, escrow holds, or prorations leads to disputes at settlement and potential reissuance of documents.
  • Failing to meet the three-business-day delivery window risks regulatory violations and can delay or rescind closing.

Consequences of an incorrect or late Closing Disclosure

Tolerance violations: May require refunds or corrections
Funding delays: Escrow and wire transfers can be postponed
Regulatory exposure: Possible supervisory action or required remediation
Rescission risk: Borrower remedies may be triggered in some cases
Recording errors: Incorrect recording harms chain of title
Legal disputes: Post-closing claims and litigation

eSignature vendor comparison for Closing Disclosure workflows

Compare baseline pricing and compliance features across vendors to match volume, security and regulatory needs when choosing an eSignature provider.

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Bulk Send Yes (Business Premium) Yes Yes Yes Varies by plan
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No
Envelope Cap No envelope cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan

Real-world examples of digital closing workflows

These customer examples show how digital signatures and secure workflows reduce friction and support compliant closings.

Tim Martin — Martin Properties

Tim Martin needed compliant remote closings for out-of-state buyers.

  • He processed documents online and used mobile signing for efficiency.
  • The workflow let his team complete required disclosures, collect signatures on mobile devices, and retain secure audit trails without in-person meetings, improving turnaround and client satisfaction.

Brian Fitzgibbons — Optica Ventures

Brian wanted a simple, repeatable closing process for multiple properties.

  • He standardized closing packets and used templates.
  • Templates reduced manual entry, ensured consistent disclosure delivery, and made it easier for purchasers to review final numbers before funding while maintaining an auditable record.

Frequently asked questions about Closing Disclosures and e-signing

Answers to common issues when preparing, delivering, and retaining a Closing Disclosure in electronic workflows.


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