06/11/2026
Closing costs sound way scarier than they actually are š Hereās the simple version, broken into three buckets.
Escrow and title. The folks making sure the home legally becomes yours. Title insurance, escrow fee, notary, recording fee š
Prepaids and impounds. Not really fees, just things youād pay anyway, collected upfront. Homeowners insurance and property taxes that go into escrow and work for you š”
Lender fees. The cost of actually building your loan. Appraisal, credit report, origination charges š¼
Most buyers see one big number and panic. Once you know what each piece is, it stops being mysterious and starts being manageable š
And a good chunk of this can be negotiated or covered by seller credits.
Want your real numbers? DM me and Iāll break it down for your exact scenario š²