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2025 Refinance Mortgage Closing Cost Data Report
The national average total closing costs for a refinance mortgage transaction were $2,207. This is an average of 0.67% of the refinance loan amount.
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Something Not Right
Boris really, really, really likes title.
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Full Disclosure
June 2026 Full Episode
Summer is JUST around the corner, and we’re loving the sunshine and warmth as we discuss all things mortgage, housing, and title. Join Jim, Alayna, and Tim for the June 2026 episode of Full Disclosure!
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Did Ya Lock Yet?
Horace confronts the uncertainty of the present market…
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Good Talk
Horace presents some of the latest housing and mortgage data.
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All Shook Up
Horace and Octavia struggle to cope with stock market ups and downs.
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Use the Technology
Octavia notices someone has updated leads in the CRM.
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Legal Pads
Octavia pitches Horace on new methods of taking borrower applications.
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Refuse to Hear
Horace and Octavia discuss work strategies leading up to winter break.
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