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
Both mean borrowing against your home, but their pros and cons vary quite a bit.
8 min read Apr 11, 2024 -
Average closing costs on a house in 2024
Which states have the highest and lowest average closing costs?
4 min read Apr 02, 2024 -
What are APR fees on a mortgage?
The APR on your mortgage typically includes some, but not all, fees.
4 min read Apr 01, 2024 -
What are real estate transfer taxes?
Real estate transfer taxes are different from property tax, estate tax and gift tax.
3 min read Mar 08, 2024 -
‘Cash to close’: What it means and how it works
Cash to close is literally the amount of cash you’ll need to close on your home purchase.
3 min read Mar 07, 2024 -
What is a title search on property?
A clear title is important for any real estate transaction.
7 min read Mar 06, 2024 -
What is RESPA?
RESPA is complicated, but three key areas matter most to homebuyers.
5 min read Jan 02, 2024 -
Closing costs in Maryland
Homebuyers and sellers are both responsible for some form of closing costs.
4 min read Nov 30, 2023 -
What is a settlement statement in real estate?
The document that used to be called a settlement statement is now known as a closing disclosure.
5 min read Oct 27, 2023 -
Cost to buy a house in California
The median price of a single-family home in the Golden State is high.
6 min read Oct 27, 2023
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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?
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