In North Carolina, a notary public must witness the grantor's signature on the deed. After the deed is notarized, it must be recorded with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds. This step officially transfers the title of the property from the grantor to the grantee.
North Carolina is one of a few states that requires a licensed real estate attorney to process real estate transactions, including closings.
For sale by owner (FSBO) is the process of selling real estate without the representation of a broker or agent. This is where the homeowner sells directly to a new homeowner. Homeowners may still employ the services of marketing, online listing companies, but can also market their own property.
Get The Necessary Documents In Order This includes the deed, title insurance policy, property survey, tax documents, disclosures, HOA bylaws (if applicable), etc. Making these documents available upfront will demonstrate you have clear title to the property and decrease buyer concerns during the transaction process.
You will need a letter from your lender and this letter will be presented to the seller and their agent with any offer. You will need to be ready to pounce on any house you like, the moment it hits the market and be prepared to make an offer when you preview the house, right then and there.
As a general rule, a contract is binding as soon as you sign it, and you do not have the right to cancel the contract. However, in some instances, North Carolina law, and sometimes federal law, gives you the right to cancel certain transactions even after you have signed a contract or agreement.
There is nothing in North Carolina's licensing law that requires a listing agent to volunteer information about other offers. The North Carolina Real Estate Commission does require agents to treat all prospective buyers equally in the multiple offer context.
§ 66-121. Buyer's right to cancel. (a) In addition to any right otherwise to revoke an offer or cancel a sale or contract, the buyer has the right to cancel a prepaid entertainment contract sale until midnight of the third business day after the buyer signs a contract which complies with G.S. 66-119(4).