Contracts
In a Massachusetts real estate transaction, 'closing costs' paid by the buyer typically include:
AReal estate commission
BDeed excise tax
CLender's title insurance premium, loan origination fees, and prepaid items✓ Correct
DThe seller's mortgage payoff
Explanation
Buyer's closing costs typically include lender fees (origination, points), title insurance (lender's policy), prepaid items (insurance, taxes), and recording fees. Commission and deed excise tax are customarily seller's costs.
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