The parties hereby appoint _____________, ESQ., as Closing Agent to receive, deposit and distribute funds for the parties as set forth in this Contract.  The parties agree that the Closing Agent shall prepare and obtain escrow instructions, closing documents and instruments evidencing the terms and conditions of this transaction as are required for the closing and conduct the closing and provide for recording of the documents. Buyer and Seller agree to execute said documents as are reasonably requested by the Closing Agent and each is to pay one-half (1/2) of Closing Agent's fees and Closing Agent’s expenses. In the absence of any agreement, between the parties, closing expenses such as judgment and lien searches, documentary stamp taxes and the recording of UCC-1 financing statements in County and State records will be allocated according to local custom.  Documentary stamps, intangible tax, recording of the UCC-1’s and any other fees related to Buyers financing of the transaction shall be paid by the Buyer. Such expenses shall include a judgment and lien search, documentary stamp taxes and the recording of UCC-1 financing statements in County and State records. Such closing documents shall include Seller(s) and Buyer(s) Affidavits, Closing Agreement, Bill of Sale, Promissory Notes, Security Agreement, Closing Statements, and other documents as may be necessary, in the opinion of the Closing Agent, to effectuate the transaction. The parties agree that the Closing Agent shall not be representing either Seller or Buyer.  All transferable taxes, insurance, licenses, rents, utilities and any other customarily prorated items shall be prorated as of the date of Closing.