In Metro Atlanta the SELLER usually pays:

In Metro Atlanta the BUYER usually pays:

• Real Estate Commission
• Full payoff of all loans and/or liens on the conveyed property. Loan payoff includes all outstanding mortgage principal, accrued interest, and prepayment penalties. Other loans and liens: Second or third mortgages, home equity loans, tax liens, workman’s liens, delinquent and prorated homeowner’s association dues, and condominium association dues.
• Courier fees to deliver payoff(s)
• County recording fees to record lien satisfactions
• Prorated taxes due on date of sale
• Outstanding sanitation or utility charges

• Inspection costs
  
• Closing costs of obtaining a loan: origination fee, appraisal, survey, title search, attorney fees, notary fees, county filing fees for the new loan, lender’s title insurance, flood certification, Georgia Residential Mortgage Fee, tax reports, documentation preparation fees, other costs as defined by the lender or attorney.
  
• County transfer Tax
  
• Homeowner’s Insurance policy for one year
  
• Pre-paid interest and escrows
  
• Owner’s Title Insurance
  
• Prorated taxes if already paid to the county
  
• Homeowner’s or Condominium Association Initiation Fees
  
• Deposits or fees necessary to establish utility services
  
• Georgia Wood Infestation Report