April Cloud

• Generated leads through networking activities, cold calling prospects, referrals.
• Developed marketing plans to promote properties for sale, including listing ads in newspapers and websites.
• Advised clients on market trends and local real estate conditions, helping them make informed decisions.
• Developed relationships with vendors who could provide services related to the purchase or sale of real estate.
• Reviewed inspection reports prior to closing ensuring that all necessary repairs were completed.
• Educated customers about mortgage products and loan processes relevant to their needs.
• Coordinated with appraisers, title companies, lenders, home inspectors and other third parties to ensure a successful closing process.

1. **Document Management**: Ensuring all necessary documents for the transaction, such as purchase agreements, title documents, and loan paperwork, are collected, reviewed, and properly filed. 2. **Funds Handling**: Safeguarding and managing funds involved in the transaction, including earnest money deposits and final payment, to ensure they are disbursed to the appropriate parties at the correct times. 3. **Title Search Coordination**: Coordinating with title companies to perform title searches and ensure the property title is clear of any liens or encumbrances. 4. **Compliance and Verification**: Verifying that all terms and conditions of the sale are met, including ensuring all required inspections, appraisals, and repairs are completed. 5. **Communication**: Acting as a point of contact for all parties involved in the transaction, including buyers, sellers, real estate agents, and lenders, to facilitate communication and address any issues that arise. 6. **Closing Process**: Coordinating the closing process, preparing closing statements, and ensuring that all closing documents are signed, notarized, and recorded as required. 7. **Disbursement of Funds and Documents**: Ensuring that funds are properly disbursed to the sellers and any other parties, and that ownership documents are recorded with the appropriate government agencies. 8. **Conflict Resolution**: Acting as a neutral party to resolve any disputes or issues that may arise during the transaction, ensuring the process moves forward smoothly. By fulfilling these roles, an escrow officer helps to ensure that real estate transactions are conducted efficiently, securely, and in compliance with all legal requirements.