What Documents Do You Need to Sell a House?

Q: What documents do you need to sell a house?

To sell a house, you need a valid government-issued ID and your signature on the purchase agreement and closing documents. The title company handles the deed preparation, title search, and all other closing paperwork. If you're selling through probate, you'll also need Letters of Administration.

Documents You Provide

Always Required

Government-issued photo ID
Your signature on the purchase agreement
Your signature at closing

If Applicable

Letters of Administration (probate)
Power of Attorney (if signing for someone)
Trust documents (if property in trust)
Divorce decree (if recently divorced)

Documents the Title Company Handles

Title search: Verifies ownership and identifies liens
Deed: Prepares the warranty deed transferring ownership
Closing disclosure: Itemizes all costs and proceeds
Lien payoffs: Coordinates mortgage and lien payoffs
Recording: Files the deed with the county

What About the Deed?

You don't need to find your original deed. The title company will prepare a new deed for the sale. The county clerk's office has records of all deeds, so even if you've lost yours, it's not a problem.

Remote Closing Available

Can't make it to the closing in person? We can arrange:

Mobile notary: A notary comes to you
Mail-away closing: Documents sent to you for signing
Remote online notarization: Sign via video call (available in Florida)

Questions about the paperwork? Call (561) 258-9405.