If you're clear to close, the stressful part is largely behind you. A handful of steps keep the finish clean. Around the closing itself: - Final walkthrough shortly before closing, to confirm the property is in the condition you agreed to and any negotiated repairs were completed. - Utilities transferred so service is in your name on day one, and proper notice to your landlord if you're renting. On the financing side, federal TRID rules (Reg Z) require that you receive your Closing Disclosure at least three business days before you become contractually obligated on the loan. Review it and confirm your rate, monthly payment, and cash needed to close match what you expected. Get your closing funds to escrow early rather than at the last minute. The single most important safety step: call escrow directly, using a phone number you independently verify, to confirm the wiring instructions before you send any money. Never rely on wiring details that arrive only by email. Wire fraud in real estate is real, criminals spoof closing emails to redirect funds, and a quick verbal verification protects the largest check you may ever write. Do those things and closing day itself is mostly paperwork and handshakes.