: the extra amounts of money that people need to pay when they buy a house
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That includes closing costs, minimum withdrawal requirements, annual fees or inactivity fees.—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 20 May 2026 The final step is closing the deal — signing paperwork, paying closing costs and officially becoming a homeowner.—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 20 May 2026 Eligible buyers may qualify for up to $10,000 to $17,000 in assistance toward a down payment, closing costs or interest rate buy-downs with additional programs that may offer more assistance.—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026 Others may charge from 0 to 4 points plus other closing costs.—Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for closing costs