What to Know About Out of State Buyers
by jwolcott | Jun 18, 2025 | Blog
Out-of-State Buyers Are Back: What Title Professionals Wish Agents Knew
As summer heats up in Southwest Florida, out-of-state buyers looking to make a move or secure a seasonal home are heating up as well. These buyers bring opportunity, but also unique challenges that can impact the closing process. Here’s what title professionals wish every agent knew when working with out-of-state clients.
1. Remote Signings Aren’t Always Simple
While mobile notaries and mail-away closings make long-distance transactions possible, they require more lead time and coordination. Factors like notarization laws in other states, overnight delivery schedules, and even time zones can introduce delays. The earlier we know about an out-of-state buyer, the more smoothly we can prepare.
2. Communication is Everything
These buyers are often juggling travel plans, home sales in other states, or unfamiliarity with Florida real estate practices. Proactive, clear communication from the title side—and from agents—is key to keeping things on track.
3. Expect More Questions
Out-of-state clients tend to have lots of questions: Why are property taxes prorated this way? What is Homestead? What do I need to bring to closing? These are great moments to demonstrate your value—and to bring in your title partner for support when needed.
4. Your Title Team is Here to Help
At The Title Link, we specialize in working with out-of-state buyers. Whether it’s coordinating mobile notaries, explaining closing documents in plain language, or managing unexpected curveballs, we’re your behind-the-scenes ally in getting to the closing table.
