What Every Illinois Home Buyer & Seller Should Know

Your Smooth, Stress-Free Real Estate Closing Starts Here

Buying or selling a home in Will County should feel exciting—not overwhelming. But for most people, the closing table is where the questions, nerves, and last-minute surprises tend to surface. As a real estate attorney here in Frankfort, I’ve learned one thing for sure: the more clarity you have going into your closing, the smoother (and faster) it goes.

At Marketti Law Firm, we help families and local homeowners navigate the real estate process with confidence. Whether you’re transferring a long-time family home, purchasing your first property, or selling an investment, you deserve a closing experience that feels simple and supported—not stressful.

Here’s what I want every client to know.

1. Your Contract Is Everything

Most problems at closing come from misunderstandings buried in the contract. Who pays for what? What happens if the inspection reveals issues? When are keys exchanged?

Your real estate contract drives all of these decisions. I walk clients through the fine print line-by-line so they fully understand:

• Inspection deadlines

• Tax prorations

• Repair requests

• Mortgage contingencies

• Earnest money timelines

• Attorney review rights

In Illinois, the attorney review period is your safety net—use it well. A strong attorney will protect your interests before you’re locked in.

2. Clear Title = Peace of Mind

Title issues can delay or derail a closing. Common surprises include unpaid taxes, old mortgages that were never released, boundary problems, and even heirs who pop up claiming interest in the property.

My job is to identify—and solve—these issues before they ever reach the closing table. I also explain your title insurance options clearly so you know exactly what you’re paying for and why it matters.

3. Your Closing Should Feel Organized and Stress-Free

A good Illinois real estate attorney doesn’t just show up at closing. We’re involved from contract to keys.

At Marketti Law Firm, your closing process includes:

• Clear communication at every step

• Coordination with realtors, lenders, title companies, and inspectors

• Reviewing every document before you sign

• Ensuring your funds are transferred safely

• Explaining what every document actually means (without legal jargon)

My goal is simple: when you sit down to sign, you feel prepared—not pressured.

4. For Sellers: Protect Your Net Proceeds

Selling a home means fees, taxes, and adjustments that can take you by surprise. I help sellers understand:

• Transfer taxes

• Title and HOA requirements

• Payoff letters for mortgages or HELOCs

• Credits requested by buyers

• How to structure the deal to keep the most in your pocket

A little planning here goes a long way toward maximizing your proceeds.

5. For Buyers: Protect Your Future

Buying a home is a major investment. It deserves more than a quick document review.

I guide buyers through:

• Survey issues

• Title exceptions

• Homeowner association restrictions

• Appraisal complications

• Loan contingencies

• Property tax timelines

When you understand your rights—and your risks—you make better decisions. That’s what I want for every buyer who walks into my office.

Why Choose Marketti Law Firm for Your Closing?

Because this isn’t just paperwork for me.

It’s your family, your investment, your future home.

And you deserve a closing process led with clarity, care, and competence.

As a local Frankfort attorney, I know our neighborhoods, our market, and our community. I bring a personal level of attention to your closing that big-box firms simply can’t match—and I’m here for every question, big or small.

Whether you’re buying or selling, I’d love to help make your next real estate move easier and more confident.

Call or emails Marketti Law Firm, LLC to schedule your closing consultation.

Proudly serving Frankfort, Mokena, New Lenox, Manhattan and the entire Will County community.