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 many mortgage lenders should I apply to?
Shopping around for a mortgage can make a big difference in the amount you pay.
4 min read Feb 28, 2025 -
California first-time homebuyer assistance programs
Programs available to California first-time buyers that can make homeownership more affordable.
9 min read Feb 21, 2025 -
How to lower closing costs: 6 negotiation strategies
Many closing costs are negotiable, and asking can save you a lot of money.
4 min read Feb 21, 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 Feb 18, 2025 -
Best mortgage lenders with no origination fee in 2025
Here are some of the best no-fee mortgage lenders in 2024.
3 min read Jan 24, 2025 -
What is a mortgage origination fee? And do you have to pay it?
Here’s how much the fee costs and whether you can negotiate it.
5 min read Jan 16, 2025 -
How much does it cost to sell a house?
When you sell a house, various fees, expenses and commissions eat into your net proceeds..
8 min read Jan 16, 2025 -
Closing costs in Kentucky: Who pays for what?
Both homebuyers and sellers will pay some amount of closing costs in Kentucky.
4 min read Nov 21, 2024 -
Closing costs in Alabama: Who pays for what?
Who pays closing costs in Alabama, and how much will they come to?
4 min read Nov 05, 2024 -
Closing costs in Missouri: Who pays for what?
Who pays closing costs in Missouri, and how much will they come to?
4 min read Oct 21, 2024
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Helpful Links
- 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