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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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Lord High Rates
The Fed continues its primordial heroic struggle against its cosmic arch nemesis, Lord High Rates.
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So Bleak for So Long
Things have been so bleak for so long, Horace doesn’t know what to do with himself.
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Another Fax Machine
Horace invests in another fax machine for the office.
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Just Use RON
Horace’s refusal to embrace technology has consequences for
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“Holding My Breath”
Rates are starting to slip, and Horace doesn’t want to jinx it.
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