Question 1

What are Guaranteed Rate's average closing costs?

Accepted Answer

Based on 54,758 homebuyer-submitted Closing Disclosures, Guaranteed Rate's median total closing costs are $6,354. This is about 97% above the $3,221 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 Guaranteed Rate charge junk fees?

Accepted Answer

None of the 54,758 Closing Disclosures we've analyzed for Guaranteed Rate 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 Guaranteed Rate's fees compare to other lenders?

Accepted Answer

Guaranteed Rate 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 $6,354 are about 97% above the $3,221 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 Guaranteed Rate?

Accepted Answer

Yes — closing costs are almost always negotiable to some degree. Based on our data, Guaranteed Rate's origination fee (avg $3,105 vs $1,695 peer avg) and title insurance (avg $3,174 vs $3,103 peer avg) have both run above comparable lenders — making them the most important fees to challenge. 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 Guaranteed Rate's Closing Disclosures run above peer averages?

Accepted Answer

Across homebuyer-submitted Closing Disclosures for Guaranteed Rate, three fee categories tend to run above comparable lenders: origination fee (avg $3,105 vs $1,695 peer avg, +$1,410), discount points (avg $3,452 vs $2,263 peer avg, +$1,189), and lender credits (avg $1,331 vs $459 peer avg, +$872). 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.

Question 6

How much do Guaranteed Rate's closing costs vary by state?

Accepted Answer

Guaranteed Rate's closing costs vary significantly by state. Based on the 51 states in our database with at least 3 reports, median total closing costs range from $3,696 in Iowa to $9,091 in Nevada — a $5,395 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
discount_points	$3,452	$2,263	🔺 High
Title Insurance	$3,174	$3,103	🟡 Average
Origination Fee	$3,105	$1,695	🔺 High
lender_credits	$1,331	$459	🔺 High
Underwriting Fee	$1,171	$1,429	🟢 Below Avg
Appraisal	$852	$1,053	🟢 Below Avg
Settlement/Closing Fee	$773	$954	🟢 Below Avg
Processing Fee	$621	$775	🟢 Below Avg
Rate Lock Fee	$370	$314	🔴 Above Avg
Title Search	$306	$379	🟢 Below Avg
Recording Fee	$271	$339	🟢 Below Avg
Document Preparation	$158	$170	🟡 Average
Tax Service Fee	$102	$128	🟢 Below Avg
Credit Report	$55	$68	🟢 Below Avg
Wire Transfer Fee	$54	$69	🟢 Below Avg
Courier/Delivery	$46	$58	🟢 Below Avg
Flood Certification	$19	$23	🟢 Below Avg

Fee Category	This Lender (avg)	National Avg	Verdict
discount_points	$3,452	$2,263	🔺 High
Title Insurance	$3,174	$3,103	🟡 Average
Origination Fee	$3,105	$1,695	🔺 High
lender_credits	$1,331	$459	🔺 High
Underwriting Fee	$1,171	$1,429	🟢 Below Avg
Appraisal	$852	$1,053	🟢 Below Avg
Settlement/Closing Fee	$773	$954	🟢 Below Avg
Processing Fee	$621	$775	🟢 Below Avg
Rate Lock Fee	$370	$314	🔴 Above Avg
Title Search	$306	$379	🟢 Below Avg
Recording Fee	$271	$339	🟢 Below Avg
Document Preparation	$158	$170	🟡 Average
Tax Service Fee	$102	$128	🟢 Below Avg
Credit Report	$55	$68	🟢 Below Avg
Wire Transfer Fee	$54	$69	🟢 Below Avg
Courier/Delivery	$46	$58	🟢 Below Avg
Flood Certification	$19	$23	🟢 Below Avg

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