9 Steps to Buying a Home
Step 9. Sign Papers
- You're finally ready to go to * closing. Be sure to read everything before you sign.
- Settlement Costs and Helpful Information: Go to:
www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/res/sfhrestc.cfm
Glossary For This Page
(In Alphabetical Order)
* Closing
Also known as settlement. This is the time at which a home property is formally sold and transferred from the seller to the buyer. Also, it is at this time that the borrower takes on the loan obligation, pays all * closing costs, and receives the * title from the seller.
* Closing Costs
The costs to complete the real estate transaction. These costs are in addition to the price of the home and are paid at closing. They include points, taxes, title insurance, financing costs and items that must be prepaid or escrowed and other settlement costs. These costs generally range between 2 and 7 per cent of the property value. Ask a lender or real estate professional for a complete list of closing cost items.
* Title
A legal document for the owner that proves the rights to, and the ownership of property, such as ownership of a vehicle, or boat, or ownership of a piece of real estate (land, home).
Step 1. Figure Out How Much You Can Afford
Step 2. Know Your Rights
Step 3. Shop For A Loan
Step 4. Learn About Homebuying Programs
Step 5. Shop For A Home
Step 6. Make An Offer
Step 7. Get A Home Inspection
Step 8. Shop For Homeowners Insurance
Step 9. Sign Papers
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