We closed remotely, but we didn't buy from TV realty...we bought a previously owned home from the MLS. We used a Title company and all went well, including the wire transfer. We did have an attorney look over the contract to purchase prior to signing, as there was an issue with the roof and the sellers were replacing it. They wanted us to pay half and the title company would hold the 2nd half in escrow until the work was done. My lawyer nixed that and we delayed closing until all the work was done.
Prior to the wire transfer, the Title company required us to call and verify that it was going to the correct bank. They sent us the information well ahead of time so we could be assured we weren't being scammed. My bank in PA (Wells Fargo) handled the wire transfer for us free of charge.
The attorney at closing is really there to insure that the title is clear. That's what your title company is doing for you and they are insured.
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