This list will help you keep on top of the many steps involved in the closing process. Feel free to print out this page.

	Critical Events		Critical Dates		Notes
	Purchase contract signed
	First deposit due
	Mortgage applied for
	Date by which mortgage commitment is due
	Written notice to seller of mortgage acceptance
	Second deposit due
	Date by which buyer's inspection must be conducted
	Notice of problems identified during inspection (and cost estimate) due to seller
	Seller's response to buyer's notice of inspection due
	Termite inspection ordered
	Date by which termite inspection must be completed
	Termite damage repair cost estimate due to seller
	Title examination
	Title commitment due to lender and buyer
	Survey ordered (if not ordered by lender)
	Certificate of approval requested for condo/homeowners association
	Homeowners insurance purchased
	Title insurance purchased
	Estoppial or payoff letter (re-finance only)
	Other
	Other
	Closing date