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Contract-to-close timeline calculator
Enter the day the contract was signed and the closing date to get a typical deadline checklist. Always replace these with the dates in your actual contract.
Typical deadlines
- Pick two dates above.
Estimates for planning only. Not legal, tax or financial advice.
What the steps mean
- Earnest money: often due within a few days of the contract being accepted.
- Inspection: a window of about a week or two for the buyer to inspect and negotiate repairs.
- Appraisal: ordered by the lender; the report usually arrives a couple of weeks in.
- Loan approval: the lender’s underwriting decision, often within three weeks.
- Final walkthrough: typically the day before closing.
Important
These are common rules of thumb, not legal deadlines. Contracts, states, lenders and local customs differ. Use the dates written in your contract and ask your broker or attorney if unsure.
Questions
Why are some steps missing?
Steps that would fall on or after the closing date are left out so the list stays realistic for short closings.
Can Casavria track these for me?
Yes. Add a deal with a contract date and Casavria creates the checklist and shows what is due on your Today screen.
Want this handled automatically? Casavria tracks your deals, commission and deadlines on your iPhone. See the deal tracker.