First things first: Congrats on finding your dream home in Ohio. Now, before crossing the finish line to make an offer, you should understand and plan for one often-overlooked expense: closing costs. Closing costs are usually treated as an afterthought by ...

Closing costs are the associated fees and expenses that are paid when a real estate transaction closes. Both buyers and sellers incur some form of closing costs, but many items can be negotiated. The full amount of a sale’s closing costs depends on many ...

Aug. 18—(StatePoint) Buying a home? Don't forget to account for closing costs. These settlement fees are among the last expenses you pay before officially taking ownership of your new home. Here's what to know: What are closing costs?Closing costs are ...