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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California first-time homebuyer assistance programs
Programs available to California first-time buyers that can make homeownership more affordable.
4 min read Jan 31, 2024 -
No-closing-cost mortgage: How it works and how to decide if it’s right for you
It puts off those pesky closing-day expenses. But you may pay dearly for the delay.
7 min read Jan 30, 2024 -
What is the APR on a mortgage and how does it work?
If you’re shopping for a mortgage, you’ll likely come across the term “APR.”
5 min read Jan 19, 2024 -
Key mortgage terminology to know: a guide to commonly used phrases
From A(RMs) to V(A loans), the most common words mortgage shoppers should know.
9 min read Jan 12, 2024 -
How much are closing costs for home sellers?
Selling a house isn’t free — here’s a breakdown of common closing costs for sellers.
5 min read Jan 12, 2024 -
Best mortgage lenders with no origination fee in 2024
Here are some of the best no-fee mortgage lenders in 2024.
4 min read Jan 04, 2024 -
What is RESPA?
RESPA is complicated, but three key areas matter most to homebuyers.
5 min read Jan 02, 2024 -
VA closing costs: What are they and how much do they cost?
They’re often lower, but they still can add up. Here’s what to look for.
6 min read Dec 13, 2023 -
Who pays closing costs, the buyer or the seller?
Both buyers and sellers pay closing costs, but not equally. Here’s who pays what.
7 min read Dec 07, 2023 -
Closing costs in Maryland
Homebuyers and sellers are both responsible for some form of closing costs.
4 min read Nov 30, 2023
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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