Seller's Approximate Closing Costs
- Yaniv Gershon
- May 12, 2020
- 1 min read
Updated: May 31, 2020

SELLER'S APPROXIMATE CLOSING COSTS,

Legal and Title Costs - $900-$1500
(Varies, depending on attorney and complexity of transaction)

Liens:
(A) Mortgage
(B) Mortgage Cancellation Fee - $40-$75
(C) Other Liens
Realty Transfer Tax:
See photo below "NJ Realty Transfer Fee Tax Guide"

Adjustments:
(Either a credit or change to adjust for payments made prior to or beyond the closing date)
A. Tax
B. Water/Sewer
C. Oil in tank
D. Homeowner's Association Fees
Certificate of Occupancy
(If applicable) $40-$125
Smoke Detector - $25-$50
Carbon Monoxide Certificate - $25-$75
Real Estate Commission *
NJ None-Resident Income Tax
(Exemptions apply, consult your attorney for details)
Estimated taxes are paid when deed is recorded.
Minimum amount is 2% of sales price.

Disclaimer:
These figures are general guidelines to aid buyers in calculating their closing costs. The figures are based on estimates of New Jersey fees and are subject to errors and omissions and change without prior notice. 4/2020
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