Streamlined closing
You’ve found your perfect second home, so let’s walk through what happens over the next couple of weeks. Just a few more steps before you step through the door of your Pacaso!
The path to closing
Reserve your share
Pacaso schedules a call to kick off your closing. You’ll sign the residential purchase agreement and addendum. You’ll receive instructions on how to wire your deposit, which is 10% of the share price.
Review and sign documents
You’ll receive two packets of documents to review and sign. The first includes the house policy, program manager agreement, inspection report and seller disclosures. The second has the operating agreement and ACH form for monthly operating expenses.
Secure financing
If you are financing a portion of your purchase, you must provide Pacaso with your most recent pay stub, bank statement and tax return. In addition, you will need to supply a credit report authorization.
Prepare for closing
Pacaso schedules a check-in call 5 days before closing. We’ll review your closing statement and wire instructions for sending the remaining funds. We’ll confirm all documents are signed and verify your first stay date.
Close
Congratulations, you are now a Pacaso owner! It’s time to crack open the champagne and share the good news about your second home with your family and friends. Now, just one more step.
Onboarding
Following closing, schedule an onboarding session with your home manager. Download the Pacaso app so you can start booking your stays, and get ready to enjoy your new second home!
What to expect as an owner
Our support doesn't end at closing. Pacaso takes care of your home, so you can just show up and relax. Our ongoing services include property management, bill payment, maintenance and more. Owners are responsible for the home's monthly operating expenses, such as utilities and turnover services. Pacaso passes these costs through to owners based on the number of shares owned.
Closing FAQs
Are closing costs included in the price?
Yes, real estate closing costs, such as title fees and commissions, are already included in the share price. If a buyer chooses to finance up to 70% of their purchase through Pacaso’s banking partners, an additional financing fee will be assessed at closing.
Does the Pacaso program management fee go up each year?
No, our program management fee is a fixed $99 per month.
Can Pacaso make changes to the owner operating agreement?
Material changes require an ownership vote. Pacaso has limited authority to make non-material changes (e.g., change of address for state reporting purposes) on behalf of the ownership group.
Can Pacaso raise the monthly home operating estimate?
During periodic reconciliation processes, the Pacaso management team will determine if any increases are required based on the actual costs needed for the home. Any increase to cover operating costs will be communicated during the review, and backup documentation will be provided.
Where do the reserve funds go and how are funds used?
Reserve funds are held in the individual LLC's bank account, managed by Pacaso. Funds are only used for the home’s repairs and maintenance. When the need for a major repair arises, Pacaso will allocate funds after a transparent competitive bid process.
What if another owner defaults? How does Pacaso protect me as an owner?
Pacaso serves as the corporate guarantor of any share financing protecting you should another owner default. In the unfortunate event of an owner default, Pacaso will step in to service the loan. If not resolved within 90 days, we will foreclose on that specific share and manage the resale without any disruption to the ownership group.