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 to avoid mortgage rate lock extension fees
Protect yourself from being charged over a loan delay that wasn’t your fault.
4 min read Apr 19, 2024 -
In debate over mortgage ‘junk’ fees, lenders and regulators disagree
The government is stepping up scrutiny of “junk” fees — but are they really junk?
5 min read Apr 16, 2024 -
Closing costs in Washington state
Home prices and closing costs in Washington tend to be high.
5 min read Apr 12, 2024 -
Cash out refi vs. home equity loan: What you need to know
Both mean ready money — but their pros and cons vary quite a bit.
8 min read Apr 11, 2024 -
Mortgage points: What are they and how do they work?
They let you buy your way into a cheaper loan. But it pays to do a little analysis first.
6 min read Apr 09, 2024 -
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.
5 min read Apr 04, 2024 -
Average closing costs on a house in 2024
Which states have the highest and lowest average closing costs?
4 min read Apr 02, 2024 -
What are APR fees on a mortgage?
The APR on your mortgage typically includes some, but not all, fees.
4 min read Apr 01, 2024 -
How to get a mortgage
Follow these 10 steps to nail the loan and make buying that home a reality.
11 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
What is per diem interest? How it works and why it’s charged
You may owe interest on your mortgage right away. Here’s why and how much.
3 min read Mar 26, 2024
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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