The Key to a Smooth Real Estate Closing

The Key to a Smooth Real Estate Closing

When buying or selling a home, countless details need to align before the transaction is finalized. One critical but often overlooked role in this process is that of the notary public. Notaries play a key part in ensuring real estate transactions are legally sound,...
What to Expect With a Refinance

What to Expect With a Refinance

As a notary, I have had the opportunity to work with many clients who are refinancing their homes. Refinancing can be a great way to save money on your monthly mortgage payments, but it’s important to understand what to expect during the process. Here’s...
What Am I Signing? – Part 2

What Am I Signing? – Part 2

In last week’s blog we addressed the most common lender documents in a typical real estate loan package, including the ‘critical documents’, today we will look at some common escrow documents in the package in order to close the deal! Settlement of the loan...