Closing with crypto
RealOpen fits seamlessly between the blockchain and the existing real estate infrastructure. You fund by sending a crypto transfer, but for sellers, agents, and escrow companies: you're a cash buyer. No crypto clauses, no contract mods, no seller headaches.
You send crypto and escrow receives a wire.
What is crypto real estate funding?
Crypto real estate funding is the process of converting cryptocurrency such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, or stablecoins into the fiat currency required to fund a traditional real estate closing. The buyer funds using cryptocurrency, RealOpen executes the crypto-to-fiat conversion through an OTC trade, and escrow is funded by domestic wire transfer so the seller receives fiat.
If you are new to this category, see our full guide to buying real estate with crypto. To see escrow and title settlement in detail, read the crypto real estate closing process. To see the step-by-step RealOpen workflow, go to how RealOpen works and crypto proof of funds and the accepted crypto assets. If you are focused on dollar-pegged assets, see how stablecoin-funded purchases work.
The RealOpen closing flow
Crypto to fiat en route to escrow
Crypto Funding Flow
A typical crypto-funded real estate purchase follows this sequence.
PHASE 1: VERIFY ASSETS
Verify Holdings
Generate Proof of Funds
PHASE 2: OFFER
Submit Offer
PHASE 3: FUND THE TRANSACTION
Send Crypto
Convert to Fiat
Wire to Escrow
PHASE 4: CLOSE
Close Transaction
Once your purchase offer is accepted and it's time to fund the purchase:
- You send us the purchase contract + escrow wiring instructions
- We provide you with a crypto deposit address + required crypto amount
- You send crypto (BTC, ETH, USDT, etc.)
- We convert to fiat via prime OTC trade
- We wire to escrow on your behalf
- Escrow closes as a typical cash transaction
No ambiguity, no exchange withdrawal limits, and no bank headaches. The process is simple and secure.
You're in control
No fighting with a crypto exchange about withdrawal limits
You decide how and when to fund:
- Send all funds in one transfer, or break it into chunks
- Fund on closing day, or take advantage of favorable trading days during escrow
- Pay your earnest money deposit via RealOpen or handle it in cash
Send your crypto from any wallet type: hosted, self-custody, multisig, cold storage.
What escrow sees
A typical cash transaction.
Escrow receives a standard incoming domestic wire with reference details. They never touch any crypto, so nothing is different from their perspective. Upon request, we're happy to provide escrow with a Third-party Funding letter that confirms we are sending your money per your direction.
What the seller sees
A typical cash sale.
RealOpen was created to eliminate friction. The seller sees:
- A verified buyer with crypto-backed Proof of Funds
- A traditional contract (no crypto language required)
- Escrow funded in fiat
If the listing side asks for documentation, share a formal proof of funds letter rather than wallet screenshots.
No friction.
Speed, security, and convenience
Take the crypto off-ramp express lane.
We work exclusively with top-tier OTC desks and compliance partners:
- Realtime compliance checks
- Institutional-grade prime pricing
- Support for large transaction amounts
- Conversion + wire typically processed in a half day
We make closing with crypto simple, fast, and painless — for everyone involved.
Related reading: for the broader transaction sequence, read how crypto real estate transactions work, and for buyer verification before funding, review crypto proof of funds.
Whether you're holding BTC, ETH, or stablecoins — RealOpen turns your crypto into real estate without the friction. Create your account, verify your identity, and become a verified cash buyer in minutes.
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