Closing Costs for Home Real Estate Transactions

All residential real estate transactions involves certain fixed costs. Sellers and buyers almost always share these closing costs, as specified in the real estate sales contract.

As you'll see below, many of the closing costs result from getting your loan. Since Not Your Average Lender has extensive experience with mortgages & closings, we are closing cost experts.

The Loan Estimate (Also known as the LE)

Buyers get a "Loan Estimate" of closing costs around the time the loan application is submitted to the lender. The closing costs spelled out in the Loan Estimate are estimated based on our experience with mortgage loans, but costs usually vary by small amounts between delivery of the Loan Estimate (LE) and closing. We answer buyers' questions about these costs every day at Not Your Average Lender, so don't hesitate to contact us if we can help answer your questions.

We've provided a general list of closing costs below, but we'll give you a specific list of closing costs, with amounts, very soon after you complete your loan application. At Not Your Average Lender, we don't believe in surprises, so if your costs change, we will be sure to let you know immediately.

Standard Closing Costs

Loan-Related Costs
  • Loan Origination Fee
  • Points — These are costs you pay up-front to lower your interest rate (optional)
  • Appraisal Costs
  • Getting Your Credit Report
  • Up-front Interest Payment
  • Escrow Fees
  • Various Taxes
Property Taxes
  • Insurance
  • Transfer Taxes and Recording Fees
Homeowners Insurance
  • Flood / Quake Insurance if applicable
  • Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
  • Title Insurance

Not Your Average Lender can answer questions about these closing costs. Call us at 9722039033.

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