• Utility deposits held by gas) electric, cable, telephone and other companies
• Prorated portion of pre-paid property taxes
• Prorated mortgage interest from payments made during the current month
• Fuel rebate for oil or propane remaining in storage tank
• Net proceeds after sellers share of expenses are paid

• Brokerage commission (the sum or percentage of the sale price, previously agreed upon by the seller and real estate agent)
• Partial escrow or legal fees paid to the attorney or escrow company for preparing the closing
• Document preparation fees
• Recording and notary fees
• Title search and title insurance (paid by either the seller or the buyer)
• Local transfer taxes, if any
• State taxes, if any
• Repairs or inspections you have agreed to pay for
  

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