Surprises can be a lot of fun. Being blindsided when friends throw you a surprise birthday party is a fine example. Getting an unexpectedly large tax return is another. But when you're about to close escrow on a your new Akron Ohio area home, surprises are the last thing you want or need. One of the most important services I provide as your experienced Akron Ohio REALTOR® is to be there to help you sail through the process of a surprise-less closing. Even so, it's important for you to review some basics of the steps we need to accomplish in advance. (2 comments)