How Much Can a Seller Contribute to Closing Costs

First-time homebuyers in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and Chesapeake, often ask me: 

What’s the maximum amount a seller can contribute to the closing costs?

The answer depends on the loan program.

The chart below shows the seller contributions for conventional loans based on the down payment.

Note: The chart only applies for primary and second homes.

seller contributions for conventional loan

More seller contribution information:

Investment properties

– Seller can contribute 2% regardless of down payment amount. For more information, click here.

Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans

– Seller can contribute 6% of the sales price or appraised value (whichever is less)

Veteran’s Administration (VA) loans 

– Seller contribution cannot exceed 4%. For more information, click here

If you have any questions about closing costs and how they might impact your clients, please contact me at 757-490-4726 or srubin@tidewaterhomefunding.com.

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