Purchase Agreement
Signed contract that states price, closing date, contingencies, and seller/buyer obligations; forms the binding transaction record for the sale.
A well-prepared package reduces delays, clarifies obligations, and lowers the risk of last-minute lender or title objections. It centralizes critical documents so all parties can review terms, verify encumbrances, and satisfy closing conditions efficiently.
Real estate brokers, escrow officers, closing attorneys, lenders, and buyers commonly prepare or review the purchase package before closing.
Each party has distinct responsibilities; documenting who provides each item in the package reduces disputes and prevents closing delays.
Signed contract that states price, closing date, contingencies, and seller/buyer obligations; forms the binding transaction record for the sale.
Statutory and property-specific disclosures about condition, environmental issues, lead paint, or other mandated items required by state law.
Preliminary title report listing defects and required exceptions; title company conditions must be satisfied before closing and recording.
Loan contingency documents, lender-required addenda, and payoff instructions that describe how the buyer will fund the purchase.
Itemized settlement statement (HUD-1 or ALTA-style) showing credits, debits, prorations, and net proceeds for each party.
Deed, deed of trust or mortgage, affidavits, and any release or reconveyance forms prepared for county recording.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signer Roles | Buyer | Seller | Lender | Escrow |
| Authentication | Email link, SMS code, or identity verification |
| Conditional Fields | Show/hide fields based on financing or contingency choices |
| Document Templates | Use prebuilt templates for repeatable closings |
Choose distribution methods that preserve the record, track receipt, and satisfy any legal authentication requirements.
Use methods that produce an audit trail showing timestamps, signer attribution, and IP or authentication evidence required for enforceability.
Date the seller signs the purchase agreement; starts contingency timelines.
Buyer must secure commitment by this date or waive contingency.
Period for inspections and seller responses; typically specified in days from acceptance.
Date funds and documents are exchanged; deed is delivered for recording.
When deed is recorded, ownership transfer is officially public.
Ensure identification blocks and signature lines are complete before notarization.
Notary verifies ID using government-issued photo identification.
If state law requires witnesses, have them sign in the notary's presence.
Notary completes acknowledgment block and signs.
Affix stamp or digital seal according to state rules.
For Remote Online Notarization, retain A/V recording if applicable.
Notary records the act in their journal as required.
Deliver notarized documents to escrow for closing processing.
Optica Ventures streamlined remote closings using a standardized package and online signing.
Martin Properties processed remote executions on mobile and offline devices to complete closings.
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