It's not uncommon for buyers and sellers, especially those with mortgages, to want to avoid closing at the beginning of the month, but does it really matter? For those with a mortgage, it impacts the timing of your first mortgage payment. Put simply, it matters for up to 2 months if your budget is tight & purchasing with a mortgage, but not nearly as much if you have a healthy savings account excepting certain down payment/closing cost assistance scenarios.
If Buying with a Mortgage
If Buying with Downpayment/Closing Cost Assistance
If Selling with a Mortgage
Buying & Selling Whether You Have a Mortgage or Not
What to Do if You Want to Compare the Details of Closing Timing
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