How do Closing Costs Work?

Certain standard costs are associated with closing the sale of a home. Sellers and buyers customarily split these costs, as the real estate sales contract specifies.

As you'll see below, many of the buyer's costs are related to the costs of getting the loan. Since Bright Vision Mortgage has extensive experience with mortgages & closings, we are closing cost experts.

Loan Estimates (LEs)

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 LE are estimated based on Bright Vision Mortgage's experience with mortgage loans, but costs often vary a little bit between the LE and closing. We explain LEs with buyers every day, so we will be happy to answer your questions about closing costs.

We've provided a general list of these costs below, but we'll give you a specific list of closing costs, with amounts, soon after you complete your application. At Bright Vision Mortgage, 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
  • Points — A fee paid to lower your mortgage interest rate (optional)
  • Appraisal Costs
  • Credit Report
  • Interest Payment
  • Escrow Fees
  • Various Taxes
  • Costs related to "originating" your loan
Property Taxes
  • Insurance
  • Recording Fees & Transfer Taxes
Homeowners Insurance
  • Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
  • Title Insurance
  • Flood or Earthquake Insurance

Bright Vision Mortgage can answer questions about these closing costs. Call us at 9043423622.

Got a Question?

Do you have a question? We can help. Simply fill out the form below and we'll contact you with the answer, with no obligation to you. We guarantee your privacy.

Your Information
Your Question
By checking the box, you agree that Bright Vision Mortgage may call/text you about your inquiry, which may involve use of automated means and prerecorded/artificial voices.. Message/data rates may apply.

159 Hampton Point Drive Suite 4
St. Augustine, FL 32092