Quick Answer: At closing in Utah, you'll meet at the title company to sign your mortgage documents, pay your remaining closing costs and down payment via wire transfer or cashier's check, and receive the keys to your new home. The entire signing takes 45-90 minutes. Before closing day, you'll receive a Closing Disclosure at least 3 business days in advance showing your final loan terms, monthly payment, and closing costs. Utah closings are typically handled by title companies, not attorneys.
Utah Closing Day: What to Expect
- Final walkthrough (morning of closing): Visit the property one last time to confirm condition, repairs completed, seller has moved out
- Arrive at the title company: Bring your photo ID and any remaining funds (cashier's check or wire confirmation)
- Sign documents (45-90 minutes): Promissory note, deed of trust, closing disclosure, and other documents
- Title company records the deed: The deed is filed with the county recorder
- Funds are disbursed: The title company sends the purchase price to the seller
- Receive keys: Congratulations — you're a homeowner!
Documents You'll Sign
- Promissory note: Your promise to repay the loan — states the amount, rate, and terms
- Deed of trust: Gives the lender a lien on your property as collateral
- Closing disclosure: Final breakdown of your loan terms, monthly payment, and all costs
- Title documents: Transferring ownership from seller to you
- Escrow agreement: For your property tax and insurance payments
What to Bring to Closing
- Government-issued photo ID (both borrowers if applicable)
- Cashier's check or wire transfer confirmation for remaining funds
- Any final documents your lender requested
- Your homeowners insurance policy (should be set up in advance)
Common Closing Day Surprises (and How to Avoid Them)
- Numbers don't match: Review your Closing Disclosure carefully when you receive it (3 days before closing). Compare it to your Loan Estimate. Flag discrepancies immediately.
- Wire fraud: NEVER send wire transfer funds based on instructions received by email alone. Call the title company directly (using a number you verified independently) to confirm wire instructions.
- Seller hasn't moved out: The final walkthrough catches this. If the seller needs extra time, negotiate a rent-back agreement.
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Felix Vivanco
Senior Mortgage Loan Officer | NMLS #2002977
Felix has helped hundreds of Utah families find the right mortgage. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Based in Lehi, serving all of Utah.