What to Keep From Your Closing

§ The Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) statement.  This form, sometimes called a HUD 1 statement, itemizes all the costs associated with the closing.  You’ll need this for income tax purposes and when you sell the home.

§ The Truth in Lending Statement summarizes the terms of your mortgage loan.

§ The mortgage and the note (two pieces of paper) spell out the legal terms of your mortgage obligation and the agreed-upon repayment terms.

 

§ The deed transfers ownership of the property to you.

 

§ Affidavits swearing to various statements by either party.  For example, the sellers will often sign an affidavit stating that they have not incurred any liens on the property.

 

§ Riders are amendments to the sales contract that affect your rights.  For example, if you buy a condominium, you may have a rider outline the condo association's rules and restrictions.

 

§ Insurance policies provide a record and proof of your coverage.

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