Question 1

What are First American Bank (New Mexico)'s average closing costs?

Accepted Answer

Based on 89 homebuyer-submitted Closing Disclosures, First American Bank (New Mexico)'s median total closing costs are $3,763. This is about 42% below the $6,435 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 American Bank (New Mexico) charge junk fees?

Accepted Answer

None of the 89 Closing Disclosures we've analyzed for First American Bank (New Mexico) 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 American Bank (New Mexico)'s fees compare to other lenders?

Accepted Answer

First American Bank (New Mexico) 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 $3,763 are about 42% below the $6,435 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 American Bank (New Mexico)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — closing costs are almost always negotiable to some degree. 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

How much do First American Bank (New Mexico)'s closing costs vary by state?

Accepted Answer

First American Bank (New Mexico)'s closing costs vary significantly by state. Based on the 2 states in our database with at least 3 reports, median total closing costs range from $3,679 in New Mexico to $4,573 in Texas — a $894 spread. Variation reflects state-specific transfer taxes, title insurance regulation, attorney requirements, and recording-fee schedules rather than lender policy. See state-level data on this page to compare your own state. This is informational only and not financial advice.

Fee Category	This Lender (avg)	National Avg	Verdict
Origination Fee	$1,967	$3,743	🟢 Below Avg
discount_points	$1,930	$3,585	🟢 Below Avg
lender_credits	$323	$1,150	🟢 Below Avg

First American Bank (New Mexico)

First American Bank (New Mexico) Closing Cost Breakdown

Compare with similar lenders

Borrower Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

Related Guides