What are Closing Costs?

"Closing Costs" are the fees which cover the various services involved in the sale of residential real estate. Sellers & buyers almost always negotiate these closing costs.

As you'll see below, many of the buyer's closing costs cover the costs of getting the loan. At AmeriBest Mortgage, we are highly experienced in mortgage lending, so we can compile a comprehensive report on closing costs related to your mortgage in your "Loan Estimate".

The Loan Estimate (LE)

Buyers get a "Loan Estimate" of closing costs around the time the loan application is submitted to the lender. The closing costs specified in the Loan Estimate are estimated based on our experience with mortgage loans, but costs usually vary a little bit between delivery of the Loan Estimate (LE) and closing. We will be glad to review the "Loan Estimate," answering your questions and highlighting costs that sometimes vary a little bit at the closing table.

Below is a generic list of closing costs. We will provide you with a specific list of your closing costs when we deliver your Loan Estimate.

Standard Closing Costs

Loan-Related Costs
  • Appraisal Costs
  • Getting Your Credit Report
  • Interest Payment
  • Escrow Account
  • Taxes
  • Loan Origination Fee
  • Points — A fee paid to lower your interest rate (optional)
Property Taxes
  • Insurance
  • Recording Fees and Transfer Taxes
Homeowners Insurance
  • Flood / Quake Insurance if applicable
  • Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
  • Title Insurance

AmeriBest Mortgage can help you understand closing costs. Give us a call: 3217777277.

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