What Is My Role In Escrow?
Both buyers and sellers have responsibilities during the escrow process and must do their respective parts to keep the transaction moving.
The Sellers:
• Carry out all escrow instructions.• Provide the deed, via the escrow officer and listing agent.
• Submit all other required paperwork as outlined in the Purchase Agreement, such as insurance policies, home warranties, tax receipts, etc. (The settlement agent will provide clear instructions on what is needed.)
The Buyers:
• Submit a down payment, plus any other funds required.• Carry out all escrow instructions.
• Approve inspection reports, preliminary title reports, and other items detailed in the Purchase Agreement.
• Execute a Deed of Trust/Mortgage to secure the loan.
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Humane Society of NW Iowa
The Humane Society of NW Iowa is an amazing non-profit organization in the lakes area. They are a no-kill shelter, run on donations from locals, and special events in the area throughout the year. The facility has started "PAWS with a Cause," a program that gives back to the community, by bringing animals to care facilities in the area, as well as provide a program for the youth in the area to teach them about how to be a responsible pet owner.
Harvey's Five Star Roofing and Gutters
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Community Christmas Meal 2016
The Lake Park United Methodist Church will be hosting a community meal on Christmas day 2016. They will be serving ham and turkey, stuffing, green beans, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, and a dinner roll along with pumpkin or apple pie from 11:30am to 1:30pm at the church free of charge. Don't spend Christmas alone, join everyone at the church for food and fellowship!
Reservations are appreciated, but not required. To RSVP, call or text Cari Wallace at 712-330-6103, Mel Zevenbergen at 712-832-3306 or Marie Matthiesen at 712-240-0939.