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Issue Date September 02, 2026 Issue Name Summer 2026

Mortgage Closing Webinar September 17

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Mortgage Closing Costs Decoded

Thursday, September 17, 12pm(noon) – 1:30pm ET

Buying a home involves more than just saving for a down payment. Join the NIH Federal Credit Union (NIHFCU) for an informative webinar designed to help homebuyers understand the full picture of their cash-to-close requirements.

NIHFCU will break down common closing costs, explain why they matter, walk through how to read a Loan Estimate, and share practical strategies that may help reduce out-of-pocket expenses. Whether you're a first-time buyer or planning your next home purchase, this session will give you the knowledge and confidence to navigate the mortgage process with greater clarity. Join us to learn:

  • What closing costs are and why they matter
  • How to read a loan estimate
  • Smart strategies to reduce out-of-pocket expenses

Register today! Offered by NIH Federal Credit Union free of charge to NIH employees, contractors, tenets and trainees. ​

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