Closing Agent Jobs in New Jersey

A Closing Agent, also known as a settlement agent, plays a crucial role in the real estate industry by facilitating the final stages of a property transaction. They ensure all necessary documents are signed and appropriately distributed, all fees are accurately recorded and paid, titles are transferred, and a final 'settlement statement' is prepared detailing the monetary transfers involved in the real estate transaction. Essentially, they oversee the 'closing' of the deal, ensuring every detail is in place for a smooth and legal transfer of property ownership.

Closing Agents should have strong attention to detail, be excellent communicators, and possess a good understanding of real estate laws and regulations. Certification requirements vary by state, but many states require Closing Agents to be licensed Title Agents, which involves passing a state examination. Some may also hold a Certified Escrow Settlement Professional designation, demonstrating a high level of expertise in escrow and settlement procedures. Prior to becoming a Closing Agent, an individual might work as a Real Estate Paralegal, Title Examiner, or Loan Processor to gain relevant industry knowledge and experience.

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Pre-Closing Coordinator

  • Wayne, NJ
  • 23 hours ago
  • Wayne, NJ
  • 23 hours ago

Job Overview: The Pre-Closing Coordinator will review all title work and related documents to ensure bank and investor requirements are met and mortgage will be a valid first lien. Job...

Escrow Specialist Sr.

  • Ewing, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Ewing, NJ
  • 1 day ago

an escrow balance...

Transaction Coordinator - Affordable Housing

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Job Order Number: DE9394792 Job Title: Transaction Coordinator - Affordable Housing Company: CBRE Location: Trenton, NJ Salary: Education: Less Than High School Experience: None Hours: Duration:...

Sr. Transaction Coordinator

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Brokers Provide support to the transactions team with any documentation required to be used during the transaction management process, including new leases, renewals, purchases, sales, subleases, options...

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Commercial Escrow Officer

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 7 days ago

We are looking to add a Commercial Escrow Officer to our growing team....

Transaction Coordinator

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 11 days ago

You are confident in your ability to create/ prepare content for proposals through conducting research, preparing surveys, comparative analysis, lease documents, etc....

CLA Closing Coordinator IV

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 11 days ago

Is responsible for loan set-up including completion of load sheets, calculation of required escrows, reserves and prepaid interest, preparation of general ledger debit and credit entries and initiating...

Escrow Officer (PGPTitle)

  • Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 13 days ago

All employees must be committed to fair and nondiscriminatory lending, in conformity with the Equal Credit Opportunity and Fair Housing acts, and to compliance with all applicable laws, regulations...

Escrow Officer

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 14 days ago

, refinance, or builder escrow transactions Prepare escrow instructions and amendments, if applicable Ability to deposit escrow funds, prepare disbursements and balance all escrow related accounts Perform...

CLA Closing Coordinator III

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 20 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 20 days ago

Is responsible for loan set-up including completion of load sheets, calculation of required escrows, reserves and prepaid interest, preparation of general ledger debit and credit entries and initiating...

CLA Closing Coordinator II

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 45+ days ago

Is responsible for loan set-up including completion of loan input sheets, calculation of required escrows, reserves and prepaid interest, preparation of general ledger debit and credit entries and initiating...

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Salary for Closing Agent Jobs in New Jersey

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Closing Agent positions.



Highest Education Level

Closing Agents in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.9%
High School or GED
16.0%
Associate's Degree
15.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.1%
Master's Degree
9.2%
Some College
4.2%
Doctorate Degree
3.2%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Closing Agents in New Jersey
Less than 1 year
39.4%
1-2 years
30.0%
2-4 years
19.6%
None
7.7%
4-6 years
3.3%



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