Real Estate Settlement
Full-service closing coordination — document preparation, fund disbursement, and recording — for residential and commercial transactions.
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Our settlement team manages every step of the closing process: preparing HUD-1 and ALTA settlement statements, coordinating with lenders and attorneys, collecting and disbursing funds, and recording the deed and mortgage with the appropriate county office. According to RESPA (12 U.S.C. § 2601), settlement service providers must disclose all costs to consumers — and Eastern Title provides full fee transparency on every ALTA statement. We offer in-person, mobile, and remote closings across all markets we serve.
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Quick Answers
Common questions about real estate settlement, answered directly.
What happens at a real estate settlement?
At settlement, the buyer and seller sign all closing documents, funds are collected and disbursed, and the deed and mortgage are recorded with the county. Eastern Title prepares all documents, coordinates with lenders and attorneys, confirms wire transfers, and provides a complete ALTA settlement statement accounting for every dollar.
How long does a real estate closing take?
Most residential closings take 60–90 minutes in-person. Remote and RON closings can often be completed in under 45 minutes. The timeline from contract to closing is typically 30–45 days when lender approval and all parties are on schedule. Eastern Title's in-house team helps prevent common delays.
Key Takeaways
What you need to know about real estate settlement.
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Settlement is the final step in a real estate transaction — all documents are signed, funds disbursed, and the deed recorded.
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Eastern Title prepares ALTA settlement statements that itemize every fee and credit for both buyer and seller.
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We offer in-person, mobile, and remote (RON) closings to accommodate any schedule or location.
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Our in-house team handles title, insurance, and settlement under one roof — no third-party handoffs.
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Deed recording happens the same day or next business day after closing through our e-recording partnerships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about real estate settlement.
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