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A payoff statement can be a binding agreement if the terms of the payoff are followed. If the lender later claims the payoff was not correct, our claims counsel can rely on the payoff statement to defend the company in a claim. If the payoff is not directly to your firm or title company then claims loses that defense.
All parties to the original debt instrument normally execute a Payoff Letter before it becomes binding. The final version of the document often reflects specifics of the parties' negotiations. Payoff Letters provide detailed terms and procedures regarding the payoff process.
To get a payoff letter, ask your lender for an official payoff statement. Call or write to customer service or make the request online. While logged into your account, look for options to request or calculate a payoff amount, and provide details such as your desired payoff date.
Typically, lenders can provide a payoff letter within seven to ten business days upon request. However, processing times may vary depending on the specific lender and their workload.
There's a process to getting the mortgage payoff statement. First, you'll need to contact your lender and let them know you want the information. Depending on your lender, you may have to sign in to an online account, call a helpline, or send a formal letter to start the request process.
Generally, only escrow, title, or mortgage companies submit a lien or business transfer payoff request.