Americans spend an additional $31,975 on average for initial home-buying costs beyond their down payment!

According to new research from Clever Real Estate, a St. Louis-based real estate company, homebuyers spend an average of $31,975 in homebuying expenses, such as closing costs, repairs, and moving, in addition to their down payment. The costs are broken down into the following: Repairs and renovations: $13,498 Furniture, fixtures, and appliances: $6,446 Closing costs: $4,754 …

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