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Definition of Good Faith Estimate, GFE from Mortgage Glossary

Good Faith Estimate (GFE)

A disclosure of estimated settlement costs. Lenders or brokers must provide this list to the loan applicant for a mortgage loan within 3 business days after receipt of the application.

The GFE is intended to assure that consumers have adequate information about closing costs early on to enable them to comparison shop. This disclosure is required by the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA).

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