What are Closing Costs?

"Closing Costs" are the fees which cover various services involved when you sell or buy residential real estate. Buyers and sellers often negotiate to decide how to split these closing costs.

As you'll see below, many of the closing costs result from getting your mortgage loan. Since Bright Vision Mortgage has extensive experience with mortgages and closings, we can help you understand your closing costs.

Loan Estimates (LEs)

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

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 Bright Vision Mortgage, we don't believe in surprises, so if your costs change, we'll be sure to let you know immediately.

Standard Closing Costs

Loan-Related Costs
  • Escrow Fees
  • Taxes
  • Costs associated with "originating" your loan
  • Points — A fee paid to lower your interest rate (optional)
  • Appraisal Costs
  • Credit Report
  • Interest Payment
Property Taxes
  • Insurance
  • Recording Fees and Transfer Taxes
Homeowners Insurance
  • Title Insurance
  • Flood / Quake Insurance
  • Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)

Bright Vision Mortgage can answer questions about these closing costs. Give us a call: 9043423622.

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