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Latest Closing Costs Articles

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  Understanding escrow: How it works in homebuying

  It’s not complicated, but it involves several steps. Here’s how to navigate them.

  7 min read Jul 28, 2025
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  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.

  5 min read Jul 22, 2025
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  What are mortgage points?

  They let you buy your way into a cheaper loan. But it pays to do a little analysis first.

  6 min read Jul 16, 2025
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  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 Jul 01, 2025
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  Closing on a house: What to expect

  Don’t get tripped up at the finish line when you buy a house.

  7 min read Jun 24, 2025
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  Guide to first-time homebuyer grants

  There’s one key fact that separates first-time homebuyer grants from other forms of help.

  7 min read Jun 23, 2025
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  How to get a mortgage

  Follow these 10 steps to nail the loan and make buying that home a reality.

  9 min read Jun 20, 2025
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  Cash out refi vs. home equity loan: What you need to know

  Both mean borrowing against your home, but their pros and cons vary quite a bit.

  7 min read Jun 19, 2025
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  How to get a low-cost mortgage refinance

  But be careful, lest a strategy end up costing you more in the long run.

  5 min read Jun 16, 2025
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  How often can you refinance your home?

  More than once, certainly. But making a habit of it gets costly.

  5 min read Jun 16, 2025