If you are selling your home and trying to figure out how much money you will receive after paying of the mortgage, don’t forget to add in the closing cost sellers are required to pay. While buyers also pay closing costs, you’ll see a long column on the HUD-1 Settlement Statement for seller closing costs.

Closing costs for sellers of real estate vary according to where you live, but as the seller you can expect to pay anywhere from 6% to 10% of the home’s sales price in closing costs at settlement. This won’t be cash out of the seller’s pocket; rather it will be deducted from the profit on your home—unless you are selling with very low equity on your mortgage. In this case, sellers may need to bring a little cash to the table to satisfy your lender—and some closing costs may be held in escrow.

If you want to avoid paying any Closing Cost or Commissions, you can also sell your house to investors like us for CASH! We are Local Home Buyers in Lynchburg VA. We close fast and pay cash in as little as just 7 days. Give us a call or text now at 434-390-2906 or fill out the short form below.

1. Seller costs

One of the larger closing costs for sellers at settlement is the commission for the real estate agents involved in the real estate transaction.

Commissions on real estate are negotiable and vary somewhat by market, but a typical commission is 6% of the sales price of the home split between the listing real estate agent and the buyer’s agent.

Buyers have the advantage of relying on sellers to pay real estate agent commissions.

2. Loan payoff costs

Most home sellers often seek out a sales price for their home that will pay off their mortgage and satisfy their lenders.

Your mortgage payoff balance will often be a little higher than the remaining balance on your mortgage and even the buyer’s purchase price. This is because of lenders’ prorated interest on the mortgage.

In some cases, your lender may require you to pay a prepayment penalty for paying off your mortgage loan before the end of the term. If you have a home equity loan or line of credit, in addition to your mortgage, the lender will require this be paid in full at settlement as part of closing costs for the seller.

Be sure to talk to your lender about what will be required to pay off the mortgage so that you get an accurate picture of closing costs.

3. Transfer taxes or recording fees

Transfer taxes, recording fees, and property taxes are key parts of a seller’s closing costs.

Transfer taxes are the taxes imposed by your state or local government to transfer the title from the seller to the buyer. Transfer taxes are part of the closing costs for sellers.

Along with transfer taxes and transfer feeds, property taxes must also be up to date for sellers before they hand over keys to the buyer.

4. Title insurance fees

Title insurance fees are another fee to keep in mind when you sell real estate. As part of closing costs, sellers typically pay the buyer’s title insurance premium. Title insurance protects buyers and lenders in case there are problems with the title in a real estate deal.

5. Attorney fees

If you have your own attorney represent you at the settlement of your real estate sale, the seller may have to pay attorney fees as part of closing costs.

Market traditions vary, so while in some areas both the buyers and sellers have their own attorneys, in others it’s more common to have one settlement attorney for the real estate transaction. In some areas the buyer pays the attorney fees, while in others the seller pays.

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Additional closing costs for sellers

Additional closing costs for sellers of real estate include liens or judgments against the property; unpaid homeowners association dues; prorated property taxes; escrow fees; and homeowners association dues included up to the settlement date. These closing costs for a home sale are separate from what buyers pay at closing.

Depending on the real estate contract, closing costs may also include termite inspection and remediation, if necessary; home warranty premium for buyers; and repair bills or a credit to buyers for repairs for items found during a home inspection.

Also, don’t forget to estimate some of the closing costs associated with preparing to sell, such as cosmetic repairs or improvements to make your home more attractive to buyers. Those closing costs may be returned with a higher sales price, but you should still include them in your calculations.

If you want to avoid paying any Closing Cost or Commissions, you can also sell your house to investors like us for CASH!

We pay fair cash prices for houses in Central Virginia – and we can close fast. Sometimes we’ll purchase houses, fix them up, then rent them out… sometimes we’ll fix them up and sell them to other people looking for great homes in the area. We love to hear from people like you who are thinking of selling anywhere in Virginia. Give us a call or text now at 434-390-2906 or fill out the short form below.

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How Linken Investments Simplifies the Home Selling Process

Initial Property Assessment
Once you contact Linken Investments, we will schedule a visit to assess your property. During this visit, we will evaluate its condition and determine a fair offer based on market factors and the extent of repairs needed.

Cash Offer and Negotiation
After the assessment, we will present you with a cash offer. You have the freedom to negotiate and discuss any concerns or questions you may have. If you accept the offer, we will proceed with the closing process.

Quick Closing
Unlike traditional home sales, where the closing process can take months, we can close the deal quickly. We will guarantee a closing date that works best for you. This speeds up the selling process, allowing you to move on with your plans and get the money from the sale in your hands sooner.

Minimal Paperwork
Working with Linken Investments involves minimal paperwork compared to traditional real estate transactions. We’ll ensure a smooth and efficient transaction, reducing your burden and making the process of selling your home as simple as possible for you.

Linken Investments, Lynchburg’s Trusted Home Buyer

Linken Investments LLC. is a local real estate solutions company based out of Lynchburg, VA. We are Lynchburg’s Trusted Cash Home Buyers. We have been buying houses for cash in the Lynchburg area since 2005. Our years of experience are one reason clients trust Linken Investments to complete the sale of their property quickly with honesty and integrity. We’re a family-owned business and focus on helping homeowners like you find solutions to your problem whether you’re going through a foreclosure, selling an inherited property, or just need to sell your house fast for any reason. Linken Investments offers you the chance to sell your home in a simple, stress-free, cash transaction.

Linken Investments can buy your home exactly as it is, no repairs or cleaning needed, and we pay all cash and close fast, in as little as 7 days or when it works for you. Plus, we don’t charge commissions, and we pay all closing costs. Think of all the time and money that can save you. There’s no easier or quicker way to sell your house and get on with the next chapter in your life.

It won’t cost you any money and only about an hour of your time to find out how much cash we’ll pay you for your house. And you’ll be under no obligation to accept our offer, so you have nothing to lose but a house that’s standing between you and the life you want to enjoy.

Give us a call or text anytime 434-390-2906 or fill out the short form here today!

We are Local Home Buyers in Lynchburg VA. We close fast and pay cash in as little as just 7 days.