The Money Variable Podcast

Series: Preparing for Homeownership Part 4 From Offer to Keys: What Really Happens

Marjorie E Roberts, BSBA, Senior Accountant

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 Preparing for Homeownership: From Offer to Keys: What Really Happens

The offer was accepted.

You’re excited!

Now what?

This is the part nobody really talks about.

  • Inspections 
  • Appraisals 
  • Underwriting 
  • More documents
  • Waiting

And wondering if everything is still on track

In this final episode of our series, we are breaking down what really happens between an accepted offer and closing day, so you are not caught off guard.

We’re covering:

• Earnest money

• What underwriting actually does

• Why lenders ask for documents again

• What can delay your closing

• What “Clear to Close” really means

• The mistakes to avoid before you get the keys

If you’re thinking about buying, are currently under contract, or just want clarity on the process, this episode is for you.

This is real life.

This is preparation.

This is ownership.