Seller’s Approximate Closing Costs

Legal/Title /Transfer Fees

1.	Attorney Fee	$ 400.00	to	$ 900.00
2.	Deed Preparation	$ 300.00	to	$ 500.00
3.	State Tax/Stamp ($2 per thousand)	$ _______	to	$ _______
4.	Recording /Courier Fees	$ 100.00	to	$ 100.00

Real Estate/Miscellaneous Fees

6.	Real Estate Commission	$ _______	to	$ _______
7. 8.	Home Warranty (Optional) Required Repairs/Inspections	$ 350.00 $ _______	to to	$ 600.00 $ _______
9.	Tax Adjustments (Village, Town & County)	$ _______	to	$ _______
10.	Discount Points for Buyer (Optional)	$ _______	to	$ _______

*** Above figures are general guidelines and not guaranteed.

Do I Need A Lawyer for Closing?

Unless you have experience in writing and filing a deed, you will need to hire a lawyer for deed preparation and recording. Choosing the right lawyer to assist in closing can significantly reduce potential problems associated with purchasing a home. The following list of lawyers is made available as a convenience to my clients.

Buck Adams 910-295-1700	Paul Trevarro 910-255-0580
Robert Friesen 910-692-4900	Craig Phifer 910-692-5100

Do I Need a Home Inspection?

Most homebuyers lack the knowledge and skill to properly conduct home inspections. State licensed home Inspectors typically evaluate structural components (floors, walls, roofs, chimneys, foundations, etc.) mechanical systems (plumbing, electrical, heating/air conditioning, installed appliances) and other major components of the property.

Pillar to Post Inspectors 888-723-5522	Affiliated Inspectors 910-245-2472
All-Pro Inspections 910-693-0122	AmeriSpec 910-426-4747

Do I Need a Termite Inspection?

Definitely! Wood destroying insects can cause extensive damage in a short period of time.

Local Pest Control: Aberdeen Exterminator 901-944-2474 Terminex 910-692-6952

Do I Need a Home Warranty?

Home warranties provide both buyer and seller protection against unexpected breakdown and repair due to normal wear and tear. The Service Agreement does not cover everything and a buyer/seller should carefully read what protection is offered by the Home Warranty Provider. Sellers sometime offer Home Warranties to provide competitive advantage over homes without a warranty.

What Utilities Will I need to Convert Before Closing?

Electric: Progress Energy 800-452-2777

Water/Sewer: Pinehurst 910-947-6315; Southern Pines 910-692-2206; Whispering Pines 910-949-2010

GAS: Ferrellgas 910-944-1087; North Carolina Gas 800-275-6264

Phone: AT&T 800-222-0300; Sprint 910-864-9011; Alltel 910-944-2301

Cable: Time Warner 910-692-6684; Direct TV 800-201-4416