How Much Are Home Closing Costs in Tucson AZ
Costs for Buyers and Sellers
Arizona closing costs are a topic we frequently hear from our clients whether they are buying or selling a home in Tucson AZ.
Arizona closing costs vary based on property value, location and type of loan used to buy a home. Other items included items such as title insurance, appraisal fees, and escrow fees.
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It is important to know and budget for these costs before starting your home search. This is most important for first time home buyers.
Buyers need to budget for expenses property taxes, HOA fees, and prepaid expenses. like homeowners’ insurance or property taxes.
Your real estate agent will provide valuable by explaining Arizona closing costs.
New regulations on mortgage lenders, appraisers, and title companies have, in general, increased closing costs.
What are closing costs?
Arizona closing costs are incurred by both the buyer and seller of a Tucson home. For a buyer, closing costs will be added to the purchase price of a home.
Buyer’s Costs
Typical Arizona closing costs include costs and fees related to:
- New loan or loan assumption fees
- Deed and mortgage recording fees
- Title insurance to lender
- Escrow fee (Shared w/Seller)
- Reimbursement to seller for prepaid taxes
- Reimbursement to seller for prepaid HOA fees
- HOA transfer fee (if not paid by seller)
- HOA capital fee (if not paid by seller)
- Appraisal and inspection fees
- Prepaid Interest on new loan
- Wood Infestation/Termite inspection
- Property Insurance
- Home Warranty Policy (If not paid by seller)
- Realty Company “document handling/storage” (NOT all Realty Companies do this)
The specific costs and fees will vary based on the location of the home being purchased. For example, a home in a community without an HOA will not need to pay the HOA Capital Or Transfer fees. It you are making a purchase with cash, you will not have Lender Title Insurance.
So how much are closing costs going to be for the Tucson home buyer? On average, expect to pay between $2,400 to $4,500. The big consideration will be the HOA Capital Fees. Most, if not all, Adult or 55+ communities have them. This is a onetime fee that will range from $1,500 to $2,600.
The Seller Pays for
Arizona closing costs will reduce the proceeds received from the sale of the home. For a seller, typical closing costs will include cost and fees related to:
- Costs of clearing title
- Certificate of title
- Title insurance to buyer
- Escrow fee (Share with Buyer)
- Interest in arrears on mortgage loan
- Prepayment penalty on old loan
- Unpaid property taxes
- Home Owner Association transfer fees
- Home Owner Association assessments
- A Home Warranty Policy
- Realty Company “document handling/storage” (NOT all Realty Companies do this)
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It is worth noting some Realty Companies charge the buyer and seller a “document handling/storage” of about $300. Ask your Realtor if their company does.
That means both buyers and sellers should be asking the agent they use how much are closing costs going to be if I use you and your company. Most won’t disclose the fees will be charged until it appears on your settlement statement. Save yourself $300 and choose a realtor and Realty Company that doesn’t charge that fee.
We will answer the question NOW – Tierra Antigua Realty – DOES NOT charge either buyers or sellers a document handling/storage fee.
So how much are closing costs going to be for the home seller? On average, expect to pay between $1,800 to $3,100.
Who Pays the Closing Costs
Some closing costs result from legal requirements. Other costs may be a matter of local custom and practice. The Tucson Home purchase contract and related addendum identify which party – buyer or seller – will pay which closing costs.
However, these can be negotiated as part of the Tucson homes purchase or selling process. This means getting the final answer to “how much are closing costs” will depend on you and your Realtors ability to negotiate.
Also, understand how much are closing costs going to be is directly related to the date the ownership of the property changes from seller to the buyer. This makes the seller responsible for expenses for the period that they owned the property.
The buyer becomes responsible for expenses accrued from the date they take title.
Talk To Your Lender
Please note, there are special considerations and limits on these expenses and who pays closing costs on VA or FHA financing. Specific closing costs are identified to be paid by the seller or buyer. Ask the realtor/real estate consultant representing you what these include.
While your Realtor may be able to provide “estimates” for some of the closing costs, your lender is responsible to identify all Arizona closing costs on their “Good Faith Estimate”. The Good Faith Estimate or GFE will be provided to you within 3 days of identifying the property you are buying.
A Settlement Statement will be provided by the title company a few days prior to the Close Of Escrow.
The Final Settlement Statement shows all actual closing and adjustment costs along with how any prepaid and unpaid expenses for the Buyer and Seller.
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Conclusion
Both Buyers and Sellers need to understand the Arizona closing costs and lender fees for their real estate transaction. Ask your Realtor for assistance to help you through this important step in the real estate transaction.
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