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Will the timing changes impact when my real estate transaction can close?

Consummation is the day the borrower becomes legally obligated under the loan, which would be the date of signing, even if the loan has a rescission period. It is important to note the definition of consummation can be different than the closing date as defined in the purchase agreement where the buyer becomes contractually obligated to a seller on a real estate transaction.

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The Golden State of California is the most populous and third largest state in the United States. It is home to over 39 million residents, with the two major cities of Los Angeles and San Diego, and eight metropolitan areas, this region stretches from San Luis Obispo County to the U.S.-Mexican border, and from the Pacific Ocean to the Nevada-Arizona border. A major hub for entertainment, big business and tourism, California features some of the most highly coveted coastal homes and dynamic properties in the world.

California is also home to Fidelity National Title Ventura, one of Fidelity National Financial’s most dynamic title brands and real estate teams. Fidelity National Title Ventura serves the residential and commercial real estate industry in California. Our offices are strategically located throughout Ventura County, and includes teams that live and work in 3 offices located in: Oxnard, Ventura and Westlake Village. Our California-based professionals work in all facets of the real estate industry, providing best-in-class real estate services to buyers and sellers in the area, as well as the real estate professionals, lenders, builders and attorneys that work alongside them. In addition to our commitment to the residents of California, we provide commercial services to investors who help keep our economy strong.

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