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 a no-closing-cost mortgage?
It puts off those pesky closing-day expenses. But you may pay for the delay.
5 min read Aug 07, 2025 -
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 Aug 07, 2025 -
What are real estate transfer taxes?
Real estate transfer taxes are different from property tax, estate tax and gift tax.
2 min read Aug 06, 2025 -
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 Aug 05, 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 Jul 29, 2025 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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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- 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