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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Cash out refi vs. home equity loan: What you need to know
For some homeowners, it could make sense to refinance with a home equity loan.
3 min read May 04, 2021 -
Average mortgage closing costs by state
Here are the most and least expensive markets when it comes to closing costs.
1 min read May 03, 2021 -
How much does it cost to refinance?
Here’s a breakdown of the fees commonly included in refinance closing costs.
5 min read Apr 08, 2021 -
5 Ways to save on title insurance
Found your dream home? Don’t be so carried away that you overspend on a title policy.
4 min read Feb 17, 2021 -
Get help with homebuying with a Community Seconds or Affordable Seconds mortgage
These programs can help you buy a home if you don’t have a lot of money saved.
3 min read Feb 09, 2021 -
How to get a mortgage
Follow these tips to navigate the housing market and get a mortgage.
8 min read Feb 05, 2021 -
How much does it cost to sell a house?
Learn how much it costs to sell a house with this overview.
5 min read Feb 02, 2021 -
15 key mortgage terms, explained
Here’s Bankrate’s guide to some of the most common mortgage terms.
5 min read Nov 24, 2020 -
What are seller concessions?
Depending on the market, seller concessions don’t always pan out for the buyer.
3 min read Nov 18, 2020 -
How to avoid ‘junk’ fees when getting a mortgage
Some closing costs may be “junk fees.” Here’s what to watch for.
3 min read Nov 09, 2020