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Buyer & Seller Resources
Everything you need to understand the escrow process, prepare for closing, and navigate your Arizona real estate transaction with confidence.
Guides for Buyers & Sellers
Step-by-step guidance to help you understand what to expect at every stage of your transaction.
First-Time Homebuyer's Guide to Escrow
New to the homebuying process? This guide walks you through every step of escrow — from opening to closing — so you know exactly what to expect.
- What escrow is and why it matters
- How earnest money is handled
- What happens during the title search
- What to bring to your signing appointment
- How to receive your keys at closing
Seller's Guide to the Closing Process
Selling your home involves more than accepting an offer. Learn what the escrow and closing process looks like from the seller's perspective.
- Opening escrow after accepting an offer
- Providing required disclosures
- Understanding your closing statement (HUD-1)
- How and when you receive your proceeds
- What happens if the buyer backs out
Understanding Title Insurance
Title insurance protects your ownership rights. Learn the difference between owner's and lender's policies and why both matter.
- What title insurance covers
- Owner's vs. lender's policies
- Common title defects and how they're resolved
- One-time premium — no renewal needed
- How to file a title insurance claim
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions Valinda hears most often from buyers, sellers, and agents.
Documents & Forms
Access important escrow and transaction documents shared by Valinda's office.
Helpful Forms & Checklists
Download and review these resources to prepare for your transaction.
Buyer's Closing Checklist
A step-by-step checklist to help buyers prepare for a smooth closing day.
Request this resourceSeller's Net Sheet Guide
Understand how your net proceeds are calculated after fees, payoffs, and prorations.
Request this resourceWire Fraud Prevention Tips
Protect yourself from wire fraud with these essential verification steps.
Request this resourceEscrow Timeline Overview
A visual timeline of the escrow process from contract to close.
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