Grade A · 0% of disclosures flagged for junk fees
Mortgage Company · Connecticut · NMLS #17273
Avg Closing Costs
$5,499
median across reports
vs. National Average
69%
above national avg
Avg Origination Charge
$2,925
Section A lender fee
Reports with Junk Fees
0%
of submitted reports
| Fee Category | This Lender (avg) | National Avg | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Title Insurance | $3,459 | $3,405 | 🟡 Average |
| Origination Fee | $2,925 | $1,618 | 🔺 High |
| discount_points | $2,633 | $1,883 | 🔴 Above Avg |
| Underwriting Fee | $1,651 | $1,546 | 🟡 Average |
| lender_credits | $1,446 | $358 | 🔺 High |
| Appraisal | $1,198 | $1,125 | 🟡 Average |
| Settlement/Closing Fee | $1,076 | $1,053 | 🟡 Average |
| Processing Fee | $892 | $841 | 🟡 Average |
| Title Search | $434 | $412 | 🟡 Average |
| Rate Lock Fee | $395 | $370 | 🟡 Average |
| Recording Fee | $375 | $364 | 🟡 Average |
| Document Preparation | $185 | $159 | 🔴 Above Avg |
| Tax Service Fee | $142 | $135 | 🟡 Average |
| Wire Transfer Fee | $76 | $72 | 🟡 Average |
| Credit Report | $75 | $71 | 🟡 Average |
| Courier/Delivery | $66 | $63 | 🟡 Average |
| Flood Certification | $26 | $25 | 🟡 Average |
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Check My Loan Estimate — $19Based on 13,846 homebuyer-submitted Closing Disclosures, Planet Home Lending's median total closing costs are $5,499. This is about 69% above the $3,257 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.
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