What it takes to purchase a home…tips for planning

What it takes to purchase a home…tips for planning

When thinking about purchasing a new home, it’s always a good idea to factor in the closing costs so you can properly plan and manage your finances. In general, you can expect to pay 2-5% of the purchase price in closing costs in addition to the down payment.

 

Total costs at closing can typically include the following:

◦ Down Payment  3.5% – 20% of the purchase price depending on a buyer’s qualifications and type of loan.

◦ Earnest Money Deposit (generally 3% of the purchase price)  The money put down with a real estate purchase offer  – it usually goes into an escrow account upon acceptance of the offer by the seller and is part of the buyer’s total closing costs and down payment.

◦ Lender Fees  Includes charges for loan processing, underwriting and preparation

◦ Third-party Fees  Includes appraisal fees, inspection charges, home warranty, mandated state disclosure reports (not already paid by seller)

◦ Government Fees  Includes deed recording, possible state and city taxes

◦ Interest Fees  Includes mortgage interest and pro-rated interest

◦ Escrow Fees  Includes owner and lender title insurance, escrow fees, document preparation

◦ Property Taxes  Includes capital tax based on sale price, local taxes

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