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    1The rebate offer is available only to customers who buy a home through real estate services by reAlpha Realty, LLC, Prevu Real Estate LLC, and Prevu Real Estate, Inc., licensed real estate brokerages, with the option to use reAlpha Mortgage where available. You may qualify for a closing cost credit up to 1.5% of the purchase price (up to 1.0% for real estate services, plus up to 0.5% when you also use reAlpha Mortgage). Example: $550,000 × 1.5% = $8,250. Credits are not guaranteed and service availability varies by state.

    Example savings are illustrative and may not be representative of actual customer savings. Rebate may not be redeemed for cash, is not transferable, and may not be rolled over. Additional terms, conditions and exclusions apply. Rebate is subject to change at any time, except as otherwise required by law or expressly agreed to in writing.

    Homebuyers who purchased a home with reAlpha Realty, LLC, Prevu Real Estate LLC, or Prevu Real Estate, Inc., licensed real estate brokerages, in 2025 received a median rebate of $10,450.

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    FHA Loan Closing Costs-Slash Fees & Save Thousands

    March 18, 2025

    4 minutes

    Purchasing a home is a huge milestone – exciting, nerve-wracking, and, let’s be honest, expensive. If you’ve been crunching numbers for your dream home, you’ve likely come across the term "closing costs." These are a crucial part of the home-buying process, and they tend to catch many first-time buyers off guard. Let’s break down what’s actually behind those numbers and how reAlpha can be a game-changer for saving money on your home purchase.

    What Are Closing Costs, and Why Do They Add Up?

    So, you’ve found a home you want to buy with an FHA loan. Congratulations! But before you start imagining paint swatches and furniture layouts, let’s talk dollars and cents. Closing costs are the fees and expenses you need to pay to finalize the purchase of your home.

    Typically, for an FHA loan, closing costs hover around 4% of the purchase price. Let’s do some quick math: if you’re buying a home priced at $300,000, you’re looking at approximately $12,000 in closing costs. This $12,000 isn’t a random number – it’s a sum of several key fees:

    • Appraisal fee: Ensures the home is worth what you're paying.
    • Prepaid taxes and prepaid insurance: Covers future costs upfront.
    • Title fees and escrow fees: These are legal and administrative safeguards, ensuring the property is transferred correctly to you.
    • Recording fees: Covers the cost of recording your ownership details officially.

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    There may be other line items depending on your lender and location, but the bottom line is this: these costs add up fast.

    Don’t forget about inspection fees! Find out how much a home inspection costs in Florida so you can budget accordingly.

    The Shock of Bottom-Line Costs

    Now, those closing costs are just one piece of the puzzle. As part of an FHA loan, you’re also required to make a minimum 3.5% down payment. For a $300,000 price tag, that’s $10,500. When you combine the two, you’re out of pocket by $22,500.

    That’s no small sum! For many, saving this amount takes years and often feels like an overwhelming hurdle to homeownership. But here’s the good news: there are strategies to reduce these costs, and one of the most impactful options involves cutting buyer’s agent fees entirely.

    Need extra cash while refinancing your home? Learn about FHA cash-out refinance options to tap into your home equity.

    How reAlpha Saves You Thousands

    Keep Thousands in Your Pocket - Buy Smart with reAlpha

    Why lose out on smart savings during homebuying? With reAlpha, you get AI-powered guidance, expert support, and cashback at closing. That’s real money back in your pocket - perfect for reducing costs, lowering your mortgage, or upgrading your dream home.

    • AI-driven. Expert-backed. Cashback guaranteed. Smarter homebuying.
    • Your savings start NOW. Find out how much you can keep with reAlpha.

    Why Choose reAlpha?

    Besides the clear dollar benefits, reAlpha isn’t your typical real estate tool. Our platform harnesses AI to streamline the home-buying process. In simple terms, we make it faster, easier, and smarter for you to close on your dream home.

    Here’s why so many homebuyers are choosing reAlpha:

    • Immediate Financial Benefit: Savings are applied to your current home purchase – not deferred to a future promise.
    • No Strings Attached: You’re free to use reAlpha’s optional services for additional assistance, but it’s not required.
    • Better Service: We’re not just about saving you money – we’re here to provide an experience that exceeds what traditional agents can offer.

    Buying a home doesn’t need to feel like you’re running a financial marathon. With reAlpha, you can keep thousands of dollars in your pocket and focus on what really matters – finding a home you love.

    Buying a Home? Get up to 1.5% Cash Back at Closing

    Get pre-approval first, then start exploring homes knowing you can receive up to 1.5% of the home price back at closing.

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    Is Homeownership Within Reach Today?

    Exploring different loan options? Learn if VA loans are assumable and how they compare to FHA loans.

    For many aspiring buyers, thoughts of the down payment and those hefty closing costs delay the dream of homeownership. But with reAlpha, that dream becomes more attainable. By eliminating the buyer’s agent fee and instantly giving you 3% more to work with on your home purchase, we’re redefining what’s possible.

    If you’re looking for a more affordable, streamlined, and smarter way to buy your next home, give reAlpha a try.

    Ready to Keep More Money for the Things That Matter?

    Buying your dream home shouldn’t leave you financially drained. Let reAlpha help you save thousands – starting today. Ready to take the first step? Visit reAlpha and discover how much you could save on your next home purchase.

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    Article by

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    Rocky Billore

    Rocky Billore is a mortgage industry leader and Chief Sales Officer with over two decades of experience across residential and commercial lending. Since entering the industry in 2004, he has been directly involved in funding more than $1.4 billion in loans. A recognized expert in VA and government lending, Rocky combines deep program knowledge with a data driven, relationship-first leadership style. His work focuses on building scalable sales organizations, developing high performing teams, and aligning technology with real world lending outcomes to improve the homeownership experience.

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