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The Funds Needed at Closing .. and How They are Figured

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Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi "Down Payment + Closing Costs/Pre-Paids = Total Funds to Close...But unfortunately, it's typically not that simple. Here's why...While the above equation is an appropriate starting point for buyers/borrowers, the actual amount of funds needed at the time of Closing often decreases during the time of mortgage processing."

Right on target - and - re-blog!

 

The Funds Needed at Closing .. and How They are Figured

 

     

     Most new mortgage clients I speak with have pretty basic concerns regarding their upcoming financing.  One of the questions I hear most often is ...

 
     How much money will I need at my Closing?
 
 
 Get a Quote!     A simple and quick answer might be provided by the following math equation:
 
 
Down Payment + Closing Costs/Pre-Paids 
                                   = 
                   Total Funds to Close
 
     
     But unfortunately, it's typically not that simple. Here's why ...  
 
     While the above equation is an appropriate starting point for buyers/borrowers, the actual amount of funds needed at the time of Closing often decreases during the time of mortgage processing.  
 
     How?  Often, during the processing of a mortgage or prior to Closing taking place, some items or fees get paid for.  
 
     Two (2) such fees are:
 
  1. The Appraisal Fee
  2. The Homeowner's Insurance First-year Premium

     

     Other items and services may also be accounted for AT CLOSING, in the form of Credits due from the Seller:  
 
     Examples of these include:
 
  • Real Estate Taxes (Due from the seller)
  • Earnest Money paid (Essentially, an advance towards the down payment, paid by Buyer)
  • The Seller's Portion of Title Insurance (in some States
 

     The amount you owe at the time of Closing can also fall should the following items be applied towards Closing Costs/Pre-paids:

 
  • Seller Credit
  • Lender Credit
     
     As you can see, the simple equation provided above becomes much more complicated as your mortgage progresses.  While the down payment portion of the equation typically remains pretty straightforward, the amount owed for additional fees can change ... or be decided upon ... as your mortgage process progresses.  
 
     Once those decisions are made, the monetary difference that remains is funded either by the Loan Amount requested or ... you guessed it ... via another equation:
 
Purchase Price - Loan Amount =  Down Payment
 
     Below you'll find examples of the Closing Costs you might encounter.  (Costs vary by State and/or Mortgage Lender.  Talk to me to receive definitive Costs for your Chicagoland/IL/WI financing.)     

     
     Examples of Closing Costs followed by the Entity charging those fees :

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  • Appraisal Fee - Borrower (Pre-Pays Lender @ Application)
  • Real Estate Transfer Taxes - Per RE Contract (IF paid) (Paid @ Closing)
  • Escrow/Settlement Fee - Title Company (Paid @ Closing)
  • Title Insurance - Title Company (Paid @ Closing) 
  • Recording Fees (Mortgage, Deed) - Title Company - (Paid @ Closing)
  • Attorney Fees (In certain States) - Attorney (Paid @ Closing)
  • Flood Certification Fee - Lender (Paid @ Closing)
  • Origination Fee - Lender  (Paid @ Closing)
  • Credit Report Fee - Lender (Paid @ Closing)
  • Processing Fee - Lender  (Paid @ Closing)
  • Underwriting Fee - Lender  (Paid @ Closing)
  • Discount Points (IF paid) - Lender  (Paid @ Closing)     

 

     Pre-Paid Items include:
 
  • 1st Year Homeowners Insurance Premium
  • Impounds for Real Estate Taxes and Insurance
  • Homeowners Association Dues (IF applicable)
  • Interest Charges (Varies with Closing Date)
  • Mortgage Insurance (IF applicable)

 

     Once again, the lists above aren't an all-inclusive list of what you as a Buyer/Borrower might encounter in your individual transaction.  Local or state practices may add or subtract to the costs presented here.      
 
     But the lists make one point very clear:  Borrowers need to be aware that there will be extra costs that accompany buying their home beyond their down payment and future monthly mortgage payments.  And they need to plan for them.
 
     There are several different ways to do that. That's where I (your Mortgage Originator) come in. 
 
     Prior to entering into a Real Estate Contract:  Contact me.  We will discuss all options available to you.  That way you know and thoroughly understand the costs needed when you buy and finance a home ... and you can make the wisest decisions moving forward.  
 
     No surprises encountered.  Just a stress-free and successful home buying and Closing experience ...
 



    
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     I can be easily found at:
 

 

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Mortgage Originator - nmls #216987 - IL Lic. 031.0006220 - WI Licensed
 
American Portfolio Mortgage Corp.
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About the Authors - Updated 2018

If you are considering a Traditional or Short Sale of your home in Phoenix, Scottsdale or any location in Maricopa County Arizona, you owe it to yourself to talk with Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty to determine whether Tony and Suzanne Marriott are the best real estate Brokers in the Phoenix and Scottsdale metropolitan area to help you with the Successful Sale of your home.

Tony and Suzanne have personally Listed, Sold and Closed more than a hundred Short Sales with the highest list to close rate in the Phoenix Metro Area!

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Comments (2)

Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi
NMLS #216987, IL Lic. 031.0006220, WI Licensed. APMC NMLS #175656 - New Lenox, IL
708.921.6331 - 40+ yrs experience

Thank you for the re-posting of this info, Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers ... hope it proves helpful to your readers and they can prepare more easily for their homebuying transaction ...

Gene

Jan 07, 2017 07:56 AM
Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

You are most welcome Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi - thanks for authoring!

Jan 08, 2017 04:26 AM