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Closing Costs EXPLAINED for Buyers & Sellers (Save $$$)

Closing costs can feel like a black box—until you know exactly who pays what and which fees are truly negotiable. Real‑estate attorney Scott Horne breaks down every major expense in a traditional deal, from realtor commissions and seller concessions to lender points and title charges. Whether you’re listing a property or getting a mortgage, this quick guide shows you how to save money and protect your bottom line. What you’ll learn: The three biggest fees sellers face (and how to negotiate them) Why buyer “closing‑cost credits” are making a comeback Title and escrow charges: which are fixed, which can be shared Hidden holding costs sellers forget to factor in How buyers can slash lender and insurance fees before closing The one document you must read before you sign 👍 Like this video if it helps you 💬 Drop questions below—Scott answers them personally 🔔 Subscribe for weekly tips on closings, title issues, and creative finance Chapters & Timestamps 00:00 - Intro – Why Closing Costs Matter 00:20 - Closing Costs = Seller + Buyer 00:35 - Seller Cost #1: Realtor Fees 01:31 - Do Open Houses Really Sell Homes? 02:05 - Seller Cost #2: Paying Buyer Fees 03:06 - Time‑vs‑Money: When 3% Makes Sense 04:04 - Seller Cost #3: Title & Escrow Fees 05:15 - Negotiating Who Pays Which Fees 05:48 - Property Taxes & “Inevitable” Costs 06:27 - Repairs, Warranties & Misc. Extras 07:05 - Curative Issues: Liens & IRS Debt 07:57 - Buyer Costs Begin: Realtor Agreements 08:36 - Largest Buyer Cost: Mortgage Fees 09:42 - Shopping Your Loan & Insurance 10:10 - Asking Seller to Cover Closing Costs 10:39 - Picking the Title Company (RESPA Rule) 11:36 - Summary of Buyer Fees 12:08 - Read Your Loan Estimate & CD 12:48 - “Junk Fees” Add Up—Watch Out 13:11 - Wrap‑Up & Subscribe