How do Closing Costs Work?

"Closing Costs" are the fees that cover various services involved in the sale of residential real estate. Buyers & sellers negotiate these closing costs.

As the list below indicates, many of the closing costs result from getting your mortgage. At Southwest Funding #841
Company NMLS # 303440, we have extensive experience in residential mortgage lending, so we can provide you with a comprehensive list of closing costs related to your mortgage in your "Loan Estimate".

The Loan Estimate (LE)

Very soon after you submit your application, we'll give you a "Loan Estimate" of your closing costs. The closing costs enumerated in the Loan Estimate are estimated based on our experience with mortgage loans, but costs often change by small amounts between delivery of the Loan Estimate (LE) and closing. We go over LEs with buyers almost every day, so we'd be glad to answer your questions about closing costs.

We've provided a general list of closing costs below, but we'll provide you a specific list of closing costs, with amounts, soon after you have completed your application. At Southwest Funding #841
Company NMLS # 303440, 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
  • Escrow Account
  • Various Taxes
  • Costs associated with "originating" your loan
  • Points — lower your mortgage interest rate (optional)
  • Appraisal Fee
  • Getting Your Credit Report
  • Up-front Interest Payment
Property Taxes
  • Recording Fees and Transfer Taxes
  • Insurance
Homeowners Insurance
  • Title Insurance
  • Flood / Quake Insurance if applicable
  • Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)

Southwest Funding #841
Company NMLS # 303440 can answer questions about these closing costs. Give us a call at 5122916100.

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