The title company runs the appropriate title and lien searches, in addition to holding escrow funds. They act as the liaison for buyers, sellers, lenders, realtors and third parties such as surveyors, insurance companies, and inspectors. Prior to closing, they put together all the pieces of the puzzle with the primary objective being to clear title and make sure all judgments, liens, and encumbrances are satisfied at closing. The title company also prepares all closing documents including but not limited to, the CD, ALTA Statements, deeds, and facilitates signing of those documents along with the lenders closing package. Finally, buyers and sellers usually gather at the title company’s office to sign and notarize all their documents.