Escrow & Title
In Virginia, who typically conducts the real estate closing?
AThe listing broker
BA licensed title company, settlement agent, or real estate attorney✓ Correct
CThe county circuit court clerk
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Explanation
Virginia closings are conducted by settlement agents—which may be title companies, escrow companies, or attorneys licensed in Virginia. The Virginia settlement agent law (VA Code § 55.1-1000 et seq.) regulates the closing process.
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