Buyers Estimated Closing Costs

This worksheet can be used to prepare an estimate of the costs entailed in the closing of a home from the perspective of the buyer.
LEGAL FEE - Generally $600-$800, depending on the attorney and the transaction.$________
TITLE SEARCH - Approximately $150-$200.$________
TITLE INSURANCE - Varies, usually $700-$1,000 for homes from $75,000-$100,000.$________
RECORDING FEES - Required by local government clerk, about $40-$60.$________
SURVEY of property, if required; averages $300-$450.$________
HOMEOWNER'S INSURANCE (and Flood Insurance if applicable). Typical one-family house: $300-$500 yr.$________
PRIVATE MORTGAGE INSURANCE (PMI) - Usually required if mortgage is more than 80% of purchase price. Average premium is 2.5% of mortgage; 1% payable at closing.$________
LENDER'S ATTORNEY REVIEW FEE - $100-$250 average where applicable.$________
PREPAID INTEREST - Paid to lender; Covers interest on mortgage beginning from day of closing to end of first month.$________
ESCROW FEES - Paid to lender, covering approximately...
  • 3 months' real estate taxes
  • 3 months' fire/flood insurance
  • 3 months' PMI premium...where applicable
  • $________
    POINTS - Paid to lender, usually 2 to 4 (1 "point" = 1% of mortgage) $________
    APPLICATION FEE set by lender, $250-$500$________
    APPRAISAL AND CREDIT REPORT FEE - $200-$300$________
    TERMITE/BUILDING INSPECTION$________
    FUEL ADJUSTMENT - For fuel left behind by seller.$________
    ESTIMATED TOTAL$________
    These figures are just estimates. It is suggested that you consult your attorney for any closer estimates of the costs for your particular situation. A short time before closing, your attorney should be able to provide you with much more precise figures for your closing costs.

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