The national average total closing costs for a refinance mortgage transaction were $2,207. This is an average of 0.67% of the refinance loan amount.
Boris really, really, really likes title.
Summer is JUST around the corner, and we’re loving the sunshine and warmth as we discuss all things mortgage, housing, and title. Join Jim, Alayna, and Tim for the June 2026 episode of Full Disclosure!
LodeStar’s commitment to the core value of clarity starts and ends with offering impeccable customer service to our client users, who have done us the honor of making our Closing Cost Calculator a vital aspect of their lending process.
How are things at LodeStar, you ask? Really, really good, actually. For this week’s episode of Full Disclosure, Jim and Alayna give an update on all things LodeStar.
It’s time for “What Grinds My Gears”… Alayna insists that people with dietary restrictions who attend mortgage conferences deserve to eat, too. Meanwhile, Jim shares his true thoughts on pumpkin spice…
Octavia regrets her engagement with expert economic analysis.
Welcome to the fully rebranded LodeStar podcast, Full Disclosure. Join Jim Paolino and Alayna Gardner, AMP, on this new chapter of the LodeStar podcast.
Horace isn’t sure where he stands on the *potential* September rate cut.
How you prepare for a networking event makes a huge difference when it comes to what you get out of it. So, I’ll be sharing what I’ve found works for me. By no means is this list all-inclusive or definitive, but it’s a good place to start.