Commercial Closing & Escrow Services
Commercial closings require a different level of precision than residential. More parties, more documentation, more at stake. Alltech National Title assigns a dedicated settlement agent to every commercial transaction — someone who knows the asset class, anticipates the complications, and keeps the deal moving.
Dedicated Settlement Agent
One point of contact from contract to closing. Your agent knows your transaction and is reachable when it matters.
In-House Legal Team
Attorneys on staff for complex title issues, entity vesting, and multi-party transactions — no outside referrals needed.
Secure Escrow Handling
Wire fraud prevention protocols and escrow controls on every transaction, from earnest money through final disbursement.
eClosing & eNotary
Upload documents, track progress, and close on your schedule. Available across all of our operating states.
How Commercial Closings Work
Commercial transactions typically close in 70–95 days. The timeline depends on the complexity of the title search, the number of entities involved, and how quickly both sides move through due diligence. Alltech handles the title and escrow side — we open the file the same day we receive the contract, assign your settlement agent immediately, and flag issues early so they don’t delay your closing date.
We handle transactions from $1M to $50M+ across office, retail, industrial, multifamily, and mixed-use asset classes. If you have a specialized deal — co-ops, ground leases, TIC structures — ask us before assuming it’s complicated. We’ve seen it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are commercial real estate closings more complex than residential?
You’re dealing with two entities rather than two individuals — each with their own legal counsel, corporate structure, and due diligence requirements. Zoning restrictions, ownership history across corporate chains, co-op structures, and lender approval layers all add time and complexity. The stakes are also higher: commercial properties are more expensive, so every title defect and escrow condition carries more weight.
How long does a commercial real estate closing take?
On average, 70 to 95 days. A clean title search and responsive communication from both sides can bring that closer to 60. Complications — liens, ownership disputes, lender conditions — can extend it. The most common delay we see is documentation that wasn’t ordered early enough. We push for early title search and early lender coordination to compress the timeline wherever possible.
How do I evaluate a commercial closing company?
Ask about ALTA certification — it’s the industry quality standard for title companies. Ask what asset classes they routinely close, and ask for a specific example of a problem they resolved mid-transaction. If they can’t answer that last one in detail, they haven’t done enough volume to be a reliable partner on a complex deal.
If the deal falls through, do I get my escrow money back?
It depends on the purchase agreement and the reason the deal fell through. If the seller misrepresented the property, the buyer generally has a right to the escrow refund. If the buyer backs out after the due diligence contingency expires, the seller may be entitled to keep the deposit. Your attorney should review the contract terms before you put earnest money down.
Can I submit earnest money in a commercial deal?
Yes — and in competitive markets it’s often expected. Commercial earnest money deposits are typically larger than residential (1–5% of purchase price is common). Understand the contingency windows and what happens to the deposit if you can’t close before submitting. Alltech holds escrow in fully insured accounts with full wire fraud protections on every disbursement.
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