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What to Keep From Your Closing
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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.
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The Truth in Lending Statement
summarizes the terms of your mortgage loan.
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The mortgage and the note (two
pieces of paper) spell out the legal terms of your mortgage obligation and the
agreed-upon repayment terms.
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The deed transfers ownership of
the property to you.
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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.
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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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