The period that you are "in escrow" is often 30 days, but may be longer or shorter. These are the main steps to successfully close the deal.The closing process typically takes between 30 to 60 days from the acceptance of an offer to the actual closing date. Escrow is the process that buyers and sellers of homes use to complete the monetary and legal details of a sale. In most cases, the option fee and earnest money must be delivered to the escrow agent within 3 days after the effective date of the contract. It usually lasts between 30 and 60 days (or less if the buyer pays all cash for the property). The home buyer will be particularly busy during this time. If the escrow will not close within the extended 45 day period, then the buyer is in default. In most cases, the option fee and earnest money must be delivered to the escrow agent within 3 days after the effective date of the contract. We'll schedule your listing to go live on the agreed on date.