Closing Costs
Closing costs are the thousands of dollars in fees associated with getting a mortgage or refinancing a home loan and typically amounts to 2 percent to 5 percent of the loan principal but can vary by state.
Latest Closing Costs Articles
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How much does it cost to refinance a mortgage?
It isn’t cheap. But what matters more is how fast you can recoup those closing costs.
5 min read Oct 27, 2025 -
What are mortgage points and how do they work?
Mortgage points, also known as discount points, let you buy your way into a cheaper loan. But it pays to first do a quick analysis of your break-even point.
6 min read Oct 23, 2025 -
Guide to first-time homebuyer grants
There’s one key fact that separates first-time homebuyer grants from other forms of help.
7 min read Sep 26, 2025 -
No-closing-cost refinance: What it is and how it works
You save a chunk of cash upfront, but it may cost you more in the long run.
5 min read Sep 19, 2025 -
How to get a mortgage
Follow these 10 steps to nail the loan and make buying that home a reality.
11 min read Sep 15, 2025 -
Average closing costs on a house in 2025
Which states have the highest and lowest average closing costs?
2 min read Sep 11, 2025 -
How much are home equity loan closing costs in 2025?
They’re less than mortgages’ upfront expenses, but they do add up.
9 min read Sep 11, 2025 -
Key mortgage terms to know: A guide to commonly used phrases
From A(RMs) to V(A loans), the most common words mortgage shoppers should know.
13 min read Sep 10, 2025 -
FHA closing costs: What they are and how much you’ll pay
Like other types of mortgages, FHA loans come with closing costs. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect.
4 min read Sep 02, 2025 -
How to read and compare mortgage loan estimates
A loan estimate is just that: an estimate. Here’s what you need to know.
6 min read Aug 20, 2025
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- Closing cost guide
- How to buy a house
- How to negotiate your mortgage closing costs
- Average mortgage closing costs by state
- Understanding the closing process
- How much does it cost to buy a house?
- Mortgage closing costs vs. prepaids
- How much does it cost to refinance your house?
- No closing cost mortgage
- No closing cost refinance