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If you’re buying, selling, or refinancing a home, you’ll likely receive a document called an ALTA Statement during closing. While it may look intimidating at first glance, it’s actually one of the most helpful documents in a real estate transaction. At Excel Title Services, we believe understanding your closing documents helps make the process feel…

If you’ve ever purchased or refinanced a home, you may have come across the term “CPL” during the closing process. While it may sound like another complicated real estate acronym, a Closing Protection Letter (CPL) plays an important role in helping protect lenders — and in some cases buyers — during a transaction. At Excel…

If you’re buying a home, refinancing, or going through a real estate transaction, hearing the words “clear to close” can feel incredibly exciting — and maybe a little confusing. For many buyers, it sounds like the finish line. And while you’re very close, there are still a few important final steps before you officially get…