Closing Costs Finding the right home at the right price is just one aspect of a real estate transaction. CENTURY 21 ProLink Agent's are seasoned at assisting both buyers and sellers when it comes to closings. E-mail or call us today at 712-224-2300 if your needs include a professional REALTOR® experienced in the business side of buying and selling. What closing costs should you expect? There are certain standard fees accompanying closing the sale of a house. These expenses are usually split between the buyer and seller, as noted in the sales contract. Many are conventional, but there are nuances to each, so you'll want a CENTURY 21 ProLink Agent to help guide you through the process. Loan-related closing costs    (Click here for more information) Points (optional) Appraisal Fee Credit Report Interest Payment Escrow Account Taxes you may be responsible for at closing    (Click here for more information) Property Taxes Transfer Taxes and Recording Fees Insurance fees due at closing    (Click here for more information) Homeowners Insurance Flood  (optional) Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) (optional) Abstracting, Title Opininon and/or Title Insurance Sellers: As we hammer out your transaction, not only will we work to get the very best sales price, but We'll also campaign for lower closing costs. And once we've come to an agreement, I'll explain in detail the closing costs so you are aware of exactly where your money is going. Buyers: When buying real estate, you'll receive a "Good Faith Estimate" (GFE) of closing costs within three days of submitting your loan application. The estimate is based on the loan officer's past experiences and is required to be within a tolerable range so you're not surprised when you get to the closing table. I'll be glad to look over the GFE with you, answering your questions and highlighting any estimates in question.