Closing Process

Mortgage Timeline From Application to Closing

A 30-day view of the standard Florida purchase timeline.

6 min readUpdated 2026Closing Process

Week 1: Application and disclosures

You apply, receive initial disclosures (including the Loan Estimate), and provide documents. The lender orders the appraisal.

Weeks 2–3: Processing and underwriting

The processor packages your file; the underwriter reviews and issues conditions.

Typical Florida Mortgage Timeline

  1. 1

    Application

    You apply and receive initial disclosures.

  2. 2

    Processing

    Docs collected; appraisal ordered.

  3. 3

    Underwriting

    Full file review; conditions issued.

  4. 4

    Clear to Close

    CD issued 3+ business days out.

  5. 5

    Closing Day

    Sign, fund, record — get keys.

Week 4: CD and closing

You receive the Closing Disclosure at least 3 business days before closing, wire funds, and sign at the title company.

Key takeaways

  • Most loans close in 20–30 days.

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