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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What is RESPA?
There’s a lot involved in RESPA, but three key areas matter for you.
4 min read Oct 21, 2021 -
How to get a low-cost mortgage refinance
Here are some ways to improve your chances of getting a low-cost mortgage refinance.
5 min read May 11, 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 -
Ask Bankrate: Is the new 0.5 percent refinance fee here to stay?
A reader asks: Do you see the new fee on refinancing mortgages being permanent?
6 min read Oct 23, 2020 -
Should I refinance my mortgage while rates are low?
Here’s what to consider before your trade in your mortgage for a new one.
4 min read Aug 09, 2019 -
8 ways to get the best mortgage rate
Get the best mortgage rate The day has come: It’s time to buy your first home. But, the average home costs more than $260,000, and since you likely don’t have that kind of cash sitting in a savings [...]
3 min read Sep 06, 2017 -
What can a personal loan do for you?
Debt consolidation, home improvements and major purchases are the top reasons people choose personal loans. Others include financing a vacation, paying your taxes or paying for medical expenses.
1 min read Jan 29, 2016
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- Closing cost guide
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- 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?
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- How much does it cost to refinance your house?
- No closing cost mortgage
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