What are Closing Costs?

"Closing Costs" are the fees which cover the various services involved when you sell or buy a home. Sellers & buyers usually negotiate the payment of these costs.

As you'll see below, many of the buyer's closing costs are related to the costs of getting the mortgage loan. Since Riviera Funding has extensive experience with mortgages and closings, we often explain the details of closing costs.

Loan Estimates (LEs)

Very soon after you submit your application, we'll give you the "Loan Estimate" of your costs. The closing costs spelled out in the Loan Estimate are estimated based on our experience with mortgage loans, but costs usually change by small amounts between delivery of the Loan Estimate (LE) and closing. We answer questions about closing costs every day at Riviera Funding, so don't hesitate to ask if we can help answer your questions.

Below is a generic list of closing costs. We will always provide you with a specific list of your closing costs when we provide your Loan Estimate.

Standard Closing Costs

Loan-Related Costs
  • Loan-related costs
  • Points — A fee paid to lower your interest rate (optional)
  • Appraisal Costs
  • Credit Report
  • Up-front Interest Payment
  • Escrow Account
  • Various Taxes
Property Taxes
  • Insurance
  • Transfer Taxes and Recording Fees
Homeowners Insurance
  • Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
  • Title Insurance
  • Flood / Earthquake Insurance

Riviera Funding can answer questions about these closing costs. Give us a call at (310) 373-7406.

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