How do Closing Costs Work?

"Closing Costs" are the fees which cover the various services involved when you sell or buy a home. Buyers and sellers often negotiate to determine who will pay different portions of these costs.

As you'll see below, many of the buyer's costs are related to the costs of originating the mortgage loan. Since MortgageZ LLC has extensive experience with mortgages & closings, we often explain the details of closing costs.

Loan Estimates (LEs)

Soon after you apply for a loan, we will provide you with the "Loan Estimate" of your costs. This cost estimate comes out of our past experience. It's important to note that while our LEs are very precise, we can't always predict your closing costs to the penny. We explain LEs with buyers every day, so we will be happy to answer your questions about closing costs.

Below you'll find a general list of closing costs. We will provide a specific list of your closing costs when we give you a Loan Estimate.

Standard Closing Costs

Loan-Related Costs
  • Credit Report
  • Up-front Interest Payment
  • Escrow Fees
  • Various Taxes
  • Loan-related costs
  • Points — lower your interest rate (optional)
  • Appraisal Fee
Property Taxes
  • Transfer Taxes and Recording Fees
  • Insurance
Homeowners Insurance
  • Title Insurance
  • Flood or Quake Insurance if applicable
  • Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)

At MortgageZ LLC, we answer questions about closing costs every day. Give us a call: 8557558700.

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