Seller-Paid Closing Costs In A Seller’s Market? Yes, It’s Still Possible July 3, 2018 George Duarte Mortgage Comments Off on Seller-Paid Closing Costs In A Seller’s Market? Yes, It’s Still Possible For first-time home buyers, closing costs are a major hurdle for home ownership. Coming up with a down payment and several thousand dollars for closing costs can be hard without home equity to tap.