Cashier's Check -- Get a cashier's check or certified check issued by a California financial institution made payable to the Title Company in the amount indicated to you by your escrow officer. A personal check may delay the closing since the title company is required by law to have good funds before disbursing funds from escrow.

	In the event that you wish to transfer funds from another escrow or wire transfer funds, arrangements must be made in advance with the escrow officer.
	In the event that you wish to use a Power of Attorney, arrangements must be made in advance with your escrow officer and must be approved by your lender.

Identification -- There are several acceptable forms of identification which may be used during the escrow: a current driver's license, passport, or State of California Department of Motor Vehicles ID card. One of these forms of identification must be presented at the signing of escrow in order for the signature to be notarized.

Lender's Requirements -- Make sure you are aware of your lender's requirements and that you have satisfied those requirements before you come to the title company to sign your papers.

Fire & Hazard Insurance -- When you are buying a single family, detached home (and in some cases a townhouse), be sure to order your insurance before the loan has been approved. Next, call your escrow officer with the insurance agent's name and telephone number so they can make sure the policy complies with your lender's requirements. You must have the insurance in place before the lender sends money to the title company.

Title to your Home -- Decide how you would like to hold title to your new home. You may wish to consult with a lawyer of a qualified professional before making this decision.