Closing Cost Calculator
Cash to close is down payment plus closing costs and prepaids. Underestimating it is a common reason deals wobble—this page helps you line up a realistic stack of fees beside your loan.
Quick answer
Enter loan amount, estimated lender fees, title, recording, and prepaid interest/taxes/insurance. Total cash to close ≈ down payment + net closing costs + prepaids (simplified).
For a related estimate, see 20 Percent Down Calculator.
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How to use this calculator
- Separate recurring vs one-time: Prepaid interest and initial escrow funding are front-loaded; they are not the same as “junk fees” over the life of the loan.
- Compare LE line items: When you have a Loan Estimate, replace placeholders with actual Section A–J style thinking.
- Roll-in vs pay upfront: Financing closing costs raises loan amount and interest—run both if offered.
Why prepaids spike cash to close
Escrow setup may collect several months of taxes and insurance up front. That is cash today even if monthly escrow later smooths it out.
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Real-world example
- Example: $12k closing + prepaids, $72k down on $360k purchase: Cash to close ballpark $84k before moving costs and reserves (illustrative).
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What this means
Cash to close is not amortized like interest—it is a lump hurdle at signing. Undercount prepaids and you can pass DTI yet still fail the closing table; budget escrows explicitly.
FAQ
Are closing costs negotiable?
Some fees are shop-able (title, some third parties). Others are market-driven. Compare LEs from multiple lenders.
Is this a loan commitment?
No. Outputs are educational estimates. Final payments, APR, and fees come from your lender’s disclosures.
Why does my amortization schedule differ slightly?
Rounding, day-count conventions, and first-payment timing shift pennies. Use the schedule for directionally correct totals.