Within how many days after closing must the broker provide a written closing statement detailing the selling price and itemized charges?

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The key idea here is timely, full accounting after the sale. After closing, the broker must provide the client with a written closing statement that itemizes the selling price and all charges, within a 30-day window. This ensures the final numbers are communicated promptly and accurately, reflecting exactly what was earned and paid, including commissions, prorations, and other fees. It protects the client by giving them a clear, final record of the transaction and satisfies fiduciary duties to keep the client informed.

Providing the statement before closing wouldn’t reflect final numbers, since the sale isn’t complete and amounts like the final selling price or prorations aren’t settled. Delivering it at closing would still miss the need for a detailed, final accounting in writing soon after the deal closes. Waiting six months would delay important financial information and isn’t in line with standard practice or requirements.