Our Services
Serving the mountains and Coachella Valley.
Smooth, dependable escrow across California — with local roots in Coachella Valley and the San Bernardino Mountain communities.
Whether you're navigating a mountain cabin purchase or a desert refinance, Uptown Escrow ensures clarity, compliance, and a personal touch.
Escrow services we offer.
At Uptown Escrow, we provide professional, licensed escrow services throughout the State of California, with local expertise in the Coachella Valley and San Bernardino Mountain Communities. Whether you're handling a traditional home sale or navigating a more complex transaction, our experienced team is here to support you every step of the way.
Residential Resales
We offer full-service escrow for residential property sales throughout California, including homes in La Quinta, Rancho Mirage, and Lake Arrowhead. Whether you're buying your first home or selling an investment property, we manage the process with accuracy, transparency, and timely communication from open to close.
Subdivisions & New Tracts
We support builders and developers with escrow services for new construction, subdivisions, and tract sales. Whether you're breaking ground in the desert or completing a mountain community build, we coordinate all parties to keep deals moving.
Subject-To / Assumed Loans
Purchasing a home “subject to” an existing loan or assuming a mortgage? We’ll help guide you through this lesser-known transaction structure and ensure all required escrow steps are completed smoothly.
Commercial Resales
Our team handles commercial real estate escrows with precision and discretion. From retail space in the Coachella Valley to office buildings in the Inland Empire, we help buyers, sellers, and agents navigate the more complex steps involved in commercial property transactions.
Residential & Commercial Refinances
Need to refinance your home or commercial building? Our team specializes in refinance escrow services in La Quinta and across California, working closely with lenders to ensure timely document handling, payoff tracking, and a seamless experience for all parties involved.
Holding Escrows
We offer holding escrow services for funds, documents, or agreements that need a neutral third party until specific terms are met. Ideal for good faith deposits, development deals, or escrowed conditions between private parties.
Vacant Land & Large Parcel Acquisitions
Purchasing land? We’re experienced in escrow for vacant lots and large land acquisitions. These transactions often involve special title considerations and phased development plans—our team ensures each milestone is clearly managed and compliant with California real estate requirements.
Private Party Notes & Deeds of Trust
We facilitate escrow for private loans secured by real estate, including notes and deeds of trust. Whether you’re lending to a friend, business partner, or family member, our escrow officers help keep the transaction legal, neutral, and secure.
Dock Transfers (Arrowhead Lake Association)
If you’re buying or selling a Lake Arrowhead property with dock rights, our team is uniquely qualified to handle dock transfers involving Arrowhead Lake Association (ALA) easements. We ensure compliance with ALA’s specific transfer procedures and documentation requirements.
Mobile Homes
We provide specialized escrow services for mobile home sales, whether located in a park or on private land. These transactions often involve unique documentation, title transfers, and park approval processes—but don’t worry, we’ve done it all. If you're buying or selling a mobile home in the Coachella Valley or beyond, Uptown Escrow is here to make your experience smooth, legal, and stress-free.
Seller Carry Notes, Including All-Inclusive Notes & Deeds Of Trust
We’re experienced in creative financing arrangements, including seller-financed deals and wrap-around deeds of trust (also known as all-inclusive trust deeds). These types of transactions require specialized documentation and coordination, which we’re happy to handle.
Indian Leased Land Sales
Purchasing property on Indian leased land—common in areas like Palm Springs and Cathedral City—requires additional attention to lease terms, land ownership rights, and Bureau of Indian Affairs regulations. Our escrow officers are familiar with these nuances and will work closely with your agent and lender to ensure all leasehold requirements are properly met. We help you close confidently, with no loose ends.
Select Personal Property Escrows
We also provide escrow support for certain personal property transactions on a case-by-case basis. If you’re buying or selling a non-real-estate asset and want to ensure it’s handled professionally, contact us to discuss your needs.
Bulk/Business Sales
Buying or selling a business? Our team is experienced in handling bulk sales and business escrow transactions in accordance with California law. From liquor license transfers to inventory and equipment inclusion, we ensure all paperwork is complete, timelines are followed, and funds are handled securely. Whether you’re purchasing a small retail shop or a service-based business, we’ll guide you through every step with clarity and confidence.
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Smooth closings start with a solid foundation—and the right escrow team by your side.
Whether you're working on a residential resale, refinance, or something more complex, our experienced escrow officers are here to walk you through the process step by step. From timelines to documents to personalized support, we’ll make sure your transaction stays on track and stress-free.
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