Post-Closing Follow-up Checklist

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Client Communication & Satisfaction

1 of 6

Ensuring the client has a positive post-closing experience and addressing any immediate concerns.

Date of Follow-Up Call/Email

Client Satisfaction Level (Initial Contact)

Notes from Follow-Up Conversation/Email

Were there any immediate issues or questions?

Details of Issues/Questions (if any)

Issue Resolution Status

Date Issue Resolved (if applicable)

Contact Person for Follow-Up (if needed)

Document Management & Storage

2 of 6

Organizing and securely storing all closing documents for future reference and compliance.

Closing Statement (HUD-1/ALTA)

Promissory Note (if applicable)

Mortgage/Deed of Trust (if applicable)

Summary of Key Closing Documents

Date Documents Digitized/Scanned

Notes on Document Storage Location (Physical & Digital)

Document Storage Method

Number of Physical Pages Filed (if applicable)

Financial Reconciliation & Reporting

3 of 6

Verifying financial accuracy, distributing funds, and fulfilling reporting obligations.

Verify Closing Statement Accuracy

Funds Disbursed to Escrow Account?

Confirm Payout to Lender (If Applicable)

Confirm Payout to Seller (If Applicable)

Date Funds Disbursed

Notes on Financial Reconciliation

Property Tax Proration Correct?

HOA Fees Proration Correct?

Property Matters & Vendor Coordination

4 of 6

Addressing property-related tasks, coordinating with vendors (e.g., insurance, utilities), and ensuring a smooth transition.

Confirm Utility Transfer Completion Date

Insurance Binder Received?

Which Utilities Have Been Transferred?

Confirm Remaining Balance for Property Taxes (If Applicable)

Notes Regarding Property Transfer & Vendor Coordination

HOA Information Provided to Client?

Upload HOA Documents (if applicable)

Legal & Regulatory Compliance

5 of 6

Confirming adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations.

Record Date of Title Insurance Policy Recording

Confirm Recording of Mortgage/Deed of Trust

Recordation Fees Paid (if applicable)

Notes on Any Recording Issues or Delays

Confirm Escrow Account Setup & Funding (if applicable)

Notes on Compliance with State-Specific Disclosures (e.g., Seller's Property Disclosure)

Upload Copy of Recorded Deed & Mortgage (if available)

Verify Compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements

Internal Team Follow-Up

6 of 6

Ensuring all internal team members have completed their post-closing tasks and have the necessary information.

Date of Final Team Debriefing

Summary of Team Debriefing Notes (Key Takeaways, Issues, Improvements)

Escrow Officer Feedback (Positive/Neutral/Needs Improvement)

Time Spent on Post-Closing Tasks (in hours)

Potential Areas for Process Improvement Identified

Assigned Follow-up Tasks (Brief Description)

Deadline for Assigned Follow-up Tasks

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