What is a primary purpose of the Good Faith Estimate (GFE)?

The primary purpose of the Good Faith Estimate (GFE) is to provide borrowers with an estimate of the closing costs associated with their mortgage loan. This includes a breakdown of various fees such as lender fees, title insurance, appraisal fees, and other closing costs that may be incurred during the loan process. By offering this estimate, the GFE helps borrowers to better understand the financial obligations they will face when obtaining a mortgage and facilitates informed decision-making as they compare different loan options.

While summarizing loan terms, outlining borrower liabilities, and presenting potential monthly payments are important aspects of the mortgage process, they are not the core function of the GFE. The GFE specifically focuses on giving an accurate prediction of the closing costs to ensure clarity and transparency for the borrower before finalizing the loan.