03/11/2026
🏡 Real Estate Tip of the Day: Mail-Out Closings
Not every closing happens at a title office. Sometimes buyers or sellers live out of town, and the transaction has to be completed through a mail-out closing.
I’m currently working on a file where the buyer is out of town, the seller is out of town, and even the title company is not local. The only people local in the transaction are the listing agent and myself as the buyer’s agent.
So how does it work?
Title coordinates mobile notaries for both parties so they can sign documents wherever they’re located. The signed documents are then overnighted back to the title company. Once title receives and reviews the originals and everything looks good, the file can fund, and that’s when keys can be released.
It takes planning, communication, and teamwork between the lender, title company, agents, and both parties to make sure timelines are met.
💡 Another common question: Are there fees for mail-outs?
Yes — there are typically mobile notary or mail-out fees, which from what I’ve seen can be up to around $150, but it’s always best to confirm with the title company since fees can vary.
Real estate transactions don’t always look the same, but when everyone works together, the process can still run smoothly. 🤝