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Buyer & Seller Closing Costs Calculator

Real estate settlements in the United States incur substantial administrative, statutory, and legal overhead beyond the agreed sales price. Homebuyers typically incur between 2% and 5% of their loan value in lender origination, appraisal, lender's title insurance, government recording taxes, and prepaid property tax/insurance impounds (Cash to Close). Meanwhile, sellers typically pay 6% to 10% in real estate brokerage commissions, county transfer taxes (deed stamps), and settlement attorney fees to arrive at their final Net Proceeds. This calculator provides comprehensive, state-specific settlement breakdowns for both parties.

REAL ESTATE CLOSING & SETTLEMENT

Buyer & Seller Closing Costs Calculator

Estimate itemized title fees, loan origination, escrow reserves, transfer taxes, realtor commissions, and net cash required or net proceeds for US real estate transactions.

Transaction Profile

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Loan & Down Payment

20% ($90,000)
$360,000
Total Cash Needed to Close (Down Payment + Closing Costs)
$103,673
Down Payment: $90,000 + Closing Costs: $13,673
Total Buyer Closing Costs
$13,673
3.04% of home value
State Legal Practice & Customs (Florida)

Seller pays 0.70% Documentary Stamp on deed. Financed buyer pays 0.35% Doc Stamp on mortgage + 0.20% Intangible Tax.

Itemized Closing Cost Breakdown

1. Loan Origination & Lender Underwriting FeesOrigination, appraisal, underwriting
$4,195
2. Title Search, Escrow & Settlement ServicesLender's title insurance, escrow & search
$2,460
3. Government Recording Fees & Mortgage Transfer TaxesDeed recording fees and mortgage transfer taxes
$2,230
4. Prepaid Interest, Homeowners Insurance & Escrow Reserves1-year prepaid homeowners insurance + prepaid interest + escrow reserves
$4,788
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How it works

  1. Choose whether you are a Home Buyer or Seller, and specify the property price and state.

  2. For buyers: adjust your down payment percentage and interest rate to forecast lender underwriting fees and escrow reserves.

  3. For sellers: set broker commission percentages and any outstanding mortgage lien to generate an accurate Net Sheet.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Down Payment and Closing Costs?

The down payment is equity directly credited toward the property purchase price. Closing costs are independent transactional, legal, and regulatory fees assessed by lenders, title companies, and municipalities to execute the transfer of ownership.

Who pays for the Owner's Title Insurance policy?

Title insurance conventions vary regionally. In states such as Florida, Texas, and California, it is standard customary practice for the seller to purchase the owner's title policy for the buyer. In states like New York and Pennsylvania, the buyer almost always pays for both owner's and lender's policies.

Can seller concessions cover buyer closing costs?

Yes. In many sales, buyers negotiate a 'seller credit' (typically 1% to 3% of the purchase price) where the seller agrees to cover a portion of the buyer's closing costs, reducing the buyer's required cash-to-close at settlement.

Is this tool free?

Yes. The site is supported by ads, so you never pay or need to create an account.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes. The page adapts to your screen and does not require installing any app.