The total cost to close a mortgage loan can vary for a variety of reasons. The average loan costs or what you pay to originate the loan, can range from $3,500 to $5,000. Included in the costs are the origination fee, credit report, flood determination, tax and insurance service, verification of employment, home inspection, appraisal, lender's title insurance, and settlement fees. Additionally, members will have expenses related to their first year of homeowners insurance, prorated property taxes, prepaid interest, and initial escrow funding. Members that need Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) or elect to escrow property tax and insurance will have prepaid costs related to initial funding of their escrow account. The costs will vary depending on the property value and be based on the actual costs associated with your home purchase. The closing costs will vary based upon your mortgage type and the amount financed.