Charged by the lender for processing your application (usually around 1% of the loan value).

If your down payment is less than 20%, you will likely pay a monthly PMI premium, and sometimes an upfront fee, to protect the lender. 3. Immediate "Move-In" Expenses

This protects you and the lender from ownership disputes or unpaid liens on the property. additional costs when buying a home

Lenders often require you to prepay certain ongoing expenses at the closing table.