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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Closing costs in Washington, D.C.: Who pays for what
Who pays closing costs in D.C., and how much will they come to?
4 min read Oct 08, 2024 -
What are seller concessions in real estate?
Seller concessions can help a home be more affordable for the buyer.
3 min read Oct 04, 2024 -
Closing costs in Oklahoma: Who pays for what
Who pays closing costs in Oklahoma, and how much will they come to?
4 min read Sep 18, 2024 -
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.
4 min read Sep 16, 2024 -
Closing costs: What are they and how much are they?
They’re upfront expenses you pay on closing day. And they can mount into the thousands.
6 min read Sep 13, 2024 -
What is the APR on a mortgage and how does it work?
If you’re shopping for a mortgage, you better know what it means.
5 min read Sep 12, 2024 -
Closing costs in Florida: Who pays for what?
Florida has high closing costs. Here’s how much homebuyers and sellers must pay.
5 min read Aug 23, 2024 -
Closing costs in California: Who pays for what?
California is one of the country’s most expensive housing markets.
5 min read Aug 23, 2024 -
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.
12 min read Aug 19, 2024 -
APR vs. interest rate: What’s the difference?
The APR and interest rate on your mortgage aren’t the same. Here’s what to pay attention to when you compare costs.
6 min read Aug 15, 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
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