Document & Resource Library
Official forms, sample documents, checklists, guides, and trusted external resources — all in one place.
Document & Resource Library
Your Closing Document Hub
Every document and tool linked below is from an official, verified source — government agencies, ALTA, or directly from HomeClosing101. Click any document for details on what it is, when you need it, and what to look for. PDFs can be downloaded and printed. Web tools are interactive and available 24/7.
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Official CFPB
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HC101 Printables
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Education & Tools
Official CFPB Forms & Guides
These documents are published by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and are the official federal resources for homebuyers.
Your Home Loan Toolkit
PDFThe CFPB's step-by-step guide to the mortgage process — from budgeting to closing. Includes worksheets, checklists, and conversation starters. 20 pages.
Source: CFPB
Sample Loan Estimate (Annotated)
Web ToolSee what a completed Loan Estimate looks like with explanations for every field. Use this to understand the form before you receive yours.
Source: CFPB
Sample Closing Disclosure (Annotated)
Web ToolInteractive walkthrough of every section of the 5-page Closing Disclosure. Compare your actual document against this sample.
Source: CFPB
Buying a House — CFPB Guide
Web GuideComplete overview of the homebuying process from the federal consumer protection agency — budgeting, shopping, closing.
Source: CFPB
CFPB Mortgage Shopping Worksheet
PDFA worksheet to compare Loan Estimates from multiple lenders side by side. Helps you identify the best deal.
Source: CFPB
HomeClosing101 Printable Resources
These resources are available directly on our site and can be printed for use during your closing process.
Interactive Closing Checklist
Interactive28-item checklist across 5 phases — from pre-approval to closing day. Track your progress online or print a blank copy.
Source: HomeClosing101
Questions to Ask Your Title Professional
Printable40+ questions organized by category: choosing a company, costs, title search, closing process, and after closing.
Source: HomeClosing101
Closing Day Document Checklist
Printable23 documents organized by category with required/optional badges. Everything you need to bring to your closing appointment.
Source: HomeClosing101
Stop Fraud 101 Prevention Guide
Printable10 prevention steps sourced from the FBI, CFPB, NAR, and ALTA. Print and share with everyone involved in your transaction.
Source: FBI / CFPB / NAR / ALTA
State Insurance Department Directory
SearchableContact information for all 50 states + DC insurance departments — with calling script. Verified via NAIC/I.I.I.
Source: NAIC / I.I.I.
Homebuyer Education Programs
Free and low-cost courses that provide homebuyer education certificates — often required for certain loan programs.
Fannie Mae HomeView
Free CourseFree, interactive online course covering the entire homebuying process. Provides a certificate of completion. Meets HUD requirements.
Source: Fannie Mae
Freddie Mac CreditSmart
Free CourseFree online homebuyer education covering credit, budgeting, and the mortgage process. Available in English and Spanish.
Source: Freddie Mac
HUD Housing Counselor Locator
Locator ToolFind a HUD-approved housing counselor near you for free or low-cost one-on-one guidance through the homebuying process.
Source: CFPB / HUD
Framework Homebuyer Education
Paid CourseOnline course with videos covering buying and owning a home. Meets HUD and National Industry Standards. $75.
Source: Framework
Government & Industry Resources
Official tools and calculators from government-sponsored enterprises and industry organizations.
Fannie Mae Mortgage Calculator
CalculatorCalculate monthly payments including taxes, insurance, PMI, and HOA. Official Fannie Mae tool.
Source: Fannie Mae
Freddie Mac Homebuyer Tools
Tool SuiteCalculators, worksheets, and checklists to prepare for homebuying. Personalized based on your situation.
Source: Freddie Mac
ALTA Best Practices Framework
FrameworkThe 7 pillars of ALTA's Title Insurance and Settlement Company Best Practices — the industry standard for consumer protection.
Source: ALTA
FBI IC3 Complaint Portal
ReportingIf you're a victim of wire fraud or internet crime during your real estate transaction, file a complaint here immediately.
Source: FBI
NAIC Insurance Department Directory
DirectoryComplete directory of state insurance departments with staff contacts, searchable by state.
Source: NAIC
