By: HouseLogic
Sign that paperwork. Write those checks. Get those keys! 
The closing. It all comes down to this. The grand finale. Once you have the keys, the house is yours. (Cue: Air horn sound!)
Nice work getting this far. You’re almost a homeowner! Let’s run through some questions you may have as you cross the finish line.
What Does “Closing” Mean?
The close or settlement is when you sign the final ownership and insurance paperwork and get the keys to your new home.
The closing process technically begins when you’ve signed a purchase and sale agreement. That agreement should specify a closing date. From the signing date to the closing date typically takes four to six weeks. During this time, purchasing funds are held in escrow, where your money is safe until the deal is officially done.
