Learn how much insurance you need to cover your home and loan, and which types of insurance are required or optional for your property. Find out how to pay for insurance through your escrow account and what to do if you live in a high-risk area.

How much insurance do I need? Depending on the type of insurance, you will need enough to cover the lower of either the replacement cost of the property or the remaining principal balance on your loan.

Your statement will inform you whether your monthly payment is going up or going down in the year ahead, based on this year’s tax and insurance payments. You may also end up with a shortage (too little) or a surplus (too much) in your account, based on next year’s projected payment...

If you get an insurance claim check, please endorse the check and send it to us. You can visit www.insuranceclaimcheck.com for more information. You can also call our Loss Draft Department at 866-825-9302 to learn more.

While there are a lot on the market, insurance companies must carry at least a B+ rating from A.M. Best to provide coverage on Mr. Cooper accounts. Please contact us if you have questions about whether your preferred insurance providers qualify.

Learn how to update your mortgagee clause if your loan was transferred to Mr. Cooper and what to do with optional insurance products.

Mortgage insurance protects the investor or noteholder if the borrower defaults on the loan. It lowers the investor’s risk when funding a home loan. In most cases, if you pay at least 20% down on your home, you’re not required to carry mortgage insurance.

Insurance and taxes, which are often included in your monthly payment if your loan is escrowed, likely will increase over time because these costs generally rise. A fixed-rate option could be best if you value more certainty in long-term costs.

Learn how much insurance you need to cover your home and loan, and which types of insurance are required or optional for your property. Find out how to pay for insurance through your escrow account and what to do if you live in a high-risk area.

An escrow—or impound—account is where funds are held to pay property tax and insurance bills on your behalf. If your loan is escrowed, a part of your mortgage payment goes into your escrow account every month.