Monday, November 29, 2010

Cost of Buying a House Part 3


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Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) - This is an extra insurance that the lender may require if the downpayment is less than 20% of the total home value to protect the lender for possible loss if a borrower defaults on a loan.

Property Tax - To be paid to the seller when the seller has paid the property taxes in advance that covered the month you'll be moving into the property.

State Recording Fees - This is the fee paid to the state for recording the transaction.

Survey cost - The survey is done to determine the exact boundaries of the property.  If there is already an existing survey, you don't have to obtain one again.

Title insurance - The insurance guarantees that no other person can claim your property. It makes sure that there are no unexpected debts from your new property.


Next: Choosing your real estate agent

 











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