Hi Spirit -- our closings are not attended by the buyer, seller or agent/broker on either side.  We receive a phone call or email notification -- that the transaction has recorded.  

Spirit Messingham It is customary here in my area for both agents attend the closing.

Yes I do and I check the HUD before they sing any papers just to make sure

Yes, if they're local.

Yes. In our market, it is standard practice for agents to attend closing.

Well said Michael Jacobs I am really learning the differences between different states laws and it is a good idea to know this.

Noah Seidenberg - and in even in California there are differences.  Real estate is a truly local business.  

I attend all the closings Spirit. I often do a final walk through and then head to the title company directly for the meting.

Interesting Michael Jacobs how different it is in CA. compared with IL

Always!

When I was in the real estate business, I attended all the closings, it gave me just one more opportunity to ask for referral.

In the mortgage business, it is impossible as there are just to many transaction in 8 different states.

If I am available and it is not a mail away I try to. Great time for referrals and good reviews!

No.

Spirit, absolutely!  There are just too many things that can change and we need to be there to represent our client's interests.

I've only missed one closing in 16 years--I was recuperating from surgery, but sent my husband to represent me. I attend closings even when my clients don't.

Yes I do.  Who else will hand them the keys and take pictures of them?

16+ years I missed two closings but Had someone set in in my place.

I am there for each one of them. 

I try to attend every closing with my client. I think they appreciate it and I want them to know I am there for them if they have questions. I also like to see the happy faces and get a review at that time.

Yes, I do attend all closings. How else could I take photos and blog about my happy buyers and sellers?

I only missed one last year none so far this 2015.

I either attend or am available by phone during closin unless my client is very experienced and comfortable on their own. I review the HUD in advance but with rental properties there are sometimes last minute changes and I've caught errors in those debits/credits while on the phone or in person at the closings.