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New Home Buying Costs: Junk Fees

Updated 2026-09-15 09:10 UTC 1 source Negative

Home buyers and sellers are facing a new cost in the form of junk fees. Real estate agents and researchers advise against paying these out-of-pocket expenses.

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Get ready for yet another cost when buying a home: Junk fees

Some real estate agents and researchers say home buyers and sellers should not pay this out-of-pocket fee.

2026-09-15 09:00 UTC