Here are a few fees you can expect to pay for when the services are performed. These fees are approximate:
| When Due | Amount |
Earnest Money | When contract is written | Discretionary amount |
*Credit Report | When contract is turned in
to lender | $35 - $75 |
*Appraisal | When contract is turned in
to lender | $300 - $400 |
*Home Inspection | At time of inspection | $250 - $350 (depending on house size) |
*Well Water Test | At time of test | $35 |
*Septic Test | Usually at closing | $150 - $200 |
*Termite Inspection | Usually at closing | $35 - $75 |
*Based on contract negotiations and lender requirements, some of these fees may be paid or reimbursed by Seller at closing.
You may find it a good idea to call the utility companies to see if they require deposits when opening an account. If they do, check to see if they will waive it based on a credit reference from another company or based on your credit scores.
