In CT, sellers typically pay their real estate attorney fee, deed preparation and recording, state and (some) municipal conveyance taxes, payoff/lien-release statements, and wire/courier charges. If you list with an agent, the title company disburses commissions from the proceeds at closing. For a helpful national-level breakdown to compare against your CT estimate, see major closing costs that sellers.

Beyond closing-table charges, plan for pre-sale touch-ups, HOA documents, and utility or real-estate-tax prorations. For local perspective, this community thread highlights “things you should know” in the CT market (important for homeowners to understand). In addition, buyers also weigh ongoing ownership costs, which can influence negotiations (expenses associated).

Follow this quick formula:

• Contract Price
• − Mortgage payoff(s) + interest to payoff date
• ± Tax and utility prorations
• − Estimated conveyance/recording, title, and attorney fees
• − Any credits/repairs you agree to
  = Estimated Net Proceeds

Because small items add up fast, many owners consider cash offers where buyers absorb more fees (attribution example: Denver house buyer). For an easy way to plan, use our estimate your net proceeds or contact us for a quick breakdown.

Expect property-tax prorations; state and municipal conveyance taxes; deed prep and recording fees; your attorney fee; payoff and lien-release charges; and, when applicable, HOA/condo documents. If you list, plan for commission disbursement at closing—see CT-specific context here (Real estate agent fees).

Typically, buyers cover loan origination, appraisal, lender’s title policy, and prepaids. Meanwhile, sellers handle conveyance taxes, deed prep/recording, their attorney, and any negotiated credits. [active voice + transition] Since you can negotiate allocations, document them in the purchase agreement and confirm during attorney review. If you need a simpler route, consider an as-is option: sell as-is in Connecticut.

In Connecticut, custom and contract decide the split. [active voice] Sellers often pay transfer (conveyance) taxes and deed/recording, while buyers cover lender fees and (often) their title policy. If liens appear, start early with liens and payoffs to protect your proceeds.

Buyers usually pay for inspections and appraisals, lender charges, buyer’s title policy, and prepaid taxes/interest. For inspection and walk-through expectations, see (final walk-through inspection fee). In addition, buyers research comps via Connecticut real estate listings.

Sellers commonly pay conveyance taxes, deed prep and recording fees, their attorney fee, payoff/statement charges, and agreed credits. If liens or judgments exist, your attorney coordinates payoffs from the proceeds. To plan for commission, evaluate demand and pricing in the next section.

Price competitively to shorten time on market and limit repair-credit “re-trades.” For a CT prep and pricing checklist, see (accurately price your home)

First, decide repair vs. credit. Next, disclose known issues to reduce renegotiations after inspections. Finally, if you want fewer moving parts, consider an as-is sale—many fees simplify, and the close can move faster.

Prepare funds for your attorney’s fee, deed/recording, courier/wire charges, conveyance taxes, and payoffs. Then, confirm payoff statements a few business days before closing and follow wiring instructions to avoid delays. If you plan to list, interview more than one agent to compare fee structures and marketing plans.

Final walk-through → signing with your attorney → funding (if a lender is involved) → recording with the town clerk → keys. Some towns allow same-day recording; it depends on lender timing and clerk cut-offs. For a legal walk-through, see finalizing a real estate transaction.

Yes. Sellers typically pay transfer and recording costs, their attorney, and any negotiated credits; buyers cover financing costs and their title policy. Since the split is negotiable, write it into the contract and confirm in your closing instructions. If you want to minimize out-of-pocket expenses, compare a listing plan with an as-is option.

There are two buckets:

1. Capital gains (federal/state if applicable)—ask your CPA/attorney.
2. Connecticut conveyance taxes—collected at closing (state and, in some towns, municipal).

Because thresholds and rates change, don’t hard-code numbers. Instead, use the state portal for filings and payments (property tax payments) and ask your attorney to calculate what’s due for your deal.

Fees vary by complexity and scope. Many attorneys quote flat fees that include deed prep, title review/coordination, and recording management; confirm what’s included and whether wire/courier charges are extra. For perspective, see this practitioner’s quick rundown (well as attorney fees). Then request written quotes.

Custom and lender requirements decide this. Often the buyer’s counsel/lender orders title, while the seller covers deed/recording and conveyance taxes. If it helps both sides, negotiate splits or credits and record them in the purchase agreement. For typical line items, review search and title insurance fees.