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New York Real Estate for Brokers, 5th e. By Marcia Darvin Spada Cengage Learning. Chapter 7. Conveyance of Real Property and Title Closing Part II: Title Closing. Chapter 7 Key Terms. Abstract of title Accretion Acknowledgment Actual notice Adverse possession Assessment
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New York Real Estate for Brokers, 5th e ByMarcia Darvin Spada Cengage Learning Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Chapter 7 Conveyance of Real Property and Title Closing Part II: Title Closing Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Chapter 7 Key Terms • Abstract of title • Accretion • Acknowledgment • Actual notice • Adverse possession • Assessment • Bundle of rights • Chain of title • Closing statement • Constructive notice • Conveyance • Credits • Debits • Dedication • Delivery and acceptance • Erosion • Escheat • Executor/executrix Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Chapter 7 Key Terms (continued) Full covenant and warranty deed Habendum clause Intestate Involuntary alienation Lien foreclosure sale Marketable title Proration Quitclaim deed Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) Reconciliation Survey Tacking Testate Title Title closing Title insurance Title search Voluntary alienation Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Those Present at Closing Seller Buyer Real Estate Agent Title company rep Lender’s, buyer’s and seller’s attorney Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Deed and Other Closing Documents Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Wood Eating Insects Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Role of Licensee Before Closing • Buyer has a final walk through on the day before closing or immediately before closing • The buyer agent (if there is one, or seller agent usually accompanies the parties • Broker commission generally paid at closing Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
NYS Commission Escrow Act • The Commission Escrow Act (2009) applies to one-to-four unit residential properties • And individual condominiums and cooperatives sold by real estate brokers and sales agents • Protects the broker’s real estate commission when a seller does not pay the full commission upon closing Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Homeowner’s Insurance • Protects home or income/business against damage or loss in case of fire, theft or vandalism • Two types of property insurance • Section I covers property • Section II covers liability Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Standard Homeowner’s Policies • Homeowners-1 (HO-1) insures home and contents • Homeowners-2 (HO-2) insures home and contents from additional perils • Homeowners-3 (HO-3) covers home for most risk of physical loss • Homeowners-5 (HO-5) same as HO-3, plus personal possessions covered for most losses Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Standard Homeowner’s Policies • Homeowners-8 (HO-8) provides actual cash value coverage in place of replacement cost coverage for a building • Tenants or Coop Owners (HO-4) reimburse tenants for increases in living expenses if home becomes inhabitable • Condo Unit Owners (HO-6) insure against damage to contents of apartment plus liability Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Possible Seller Closing Costs Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Existing Liens Mortgages Real Property tax liens Mechanic’s liens Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Possible Purchaser Closing Costs Appraisal/credit report fees Structural and other tests/inspections NYS Mortgage Recording Tax Returns Title Insurance Attorney fees Lender fees (escrow account, discount fees, loan origination fees, mortgage insurance) Survey (sometimes paid by seller) Homeowner’s insurance Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Purchaser Closing Costs for a Condominium Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Debits and Credits Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Calculating Prorations A closing is held September 15th. The annual property taxes of $6,000 have been paid. What will the entry for the seller be on the closing statement? 6,000 ÷ 12mos = $500 8 mos x $500 = $3,500 500÷2 = $250 $250 + $3,500 = $3,750 Credit to seller: $3,750 Chapter 7.2 Title Closing
Prorations at Closing A sale is closed August 23, with the real estate taxes of $600 per year unpaid. What is the entry on the closing statement? $600 ÷ 12 = $50 per month $50 x 7 mos = $350 $50 ÷ 31 days =$1.6129032 per day $1.6129032 x 23 days = $37.096773 =$37 rounded $350 + $37 = $387 debit to seller Chapter 7.2 Title Closing