Question 1

What are First's average closing costs?

Accepted Answer

Based on 82 homebuyer-submitted Closing Disclosures, First's median total closing costs are $1,868. This is about 39% below the $3,071 national peer median for comparable lenders. Actual costs vary by loan type, loan amount, property state, and individual borrower profile. This data is informational only and not financial advice.

Question 2

Does First charge junk fees?

Accepted Answer

None of the 82 Closing Disclosures we've analyzed for First included fees flagged as potentially excessive — a strong sign. That said, every loan is different. Fair Closing Check can review your specific disclosure to confirm there are no hidden charges on your loan.

Question 3

How do First's fees compare to other lenders?

Accepted Answer

First currently holds a grade of A on Fair Closing Check, placing them well below the national average — one of the most competitive lenders in our database. Their median closing costs of $1,868 are about 39% below the $3,071 national peer median. Grades are based on real homebuyer-submitted Closing Disclosures and scale from A (well below average) to F (significantly above average). This is informational only; individual loans vary by state, loan type, and borrower circumstances.

Question 4

Can I negotiate closing costs with First?

Accepted Answer

Yes — closing costs are almost always negotiable to some degree. Based on our data, First's origination fee (avg $2,628) runs above the peer average of $1,671, making it worth challenging specifically. Lender-controlled fees like origination, processing, and underwriting charges can often be reduced or waived, especially if you have a strong credit profile or are comparing offers from multiple lenders. Third-party fees such as title insurance and settlement services can sometimes be shopped around for better rates — you are generally entitled to choose your own providers. Fair Closing Check analyzes your specific Closing Disclosure and identifies which fees to challenge and how much room there is to negotiate. This is informational only and not legal or financial advice.

Question 5

What fees on First's Closing Disclosures run above peer averages?

Accepted Answer

Across homebuyer-submitted Closing Disclosures for First, three fee categories tend to run above comparable lenders: origination fee (avg $2,628 vs $1,671 peer avg, +$957). These are the line items most worth scrutinizing or challenging on your own disclosure. "Junk fees" is industry shorthand for charges that are inflated beyond the peer norm or provide little discernible value — the CFPB recommends shopping title, settlement, and pest-inspection services independently when possible. This data is informational only and not financial advice.

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