Costs of home ownership

Here are the most common costs of ownership:

Before you buy:

Credit Report

Home Appraisal

Home Inspection

Termite Inspection

During the purchase:

Origination Fees

Closing Costs

Title Insurance

After you buy:

Property Taxes

Private Mortgage Insurance

Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners Association Dues

Utility (Water, Gas, Sewage, etc.)

Maintenance & Repairs

Lawn Care/Landscaping

Pool care (if you have one)