Homeowners (Hazard) Insurance. This is required for all mortgages to protect your home and investment and it can be paid through your escrow account.. Flood Insurance. Required if you live in an area with special flood hazards and it can be paid through your escrow account. T...

You are required to have enough insurance to cover the lower of either the replacement cost of the home or the remaining principal balance on your loan. Example: If your unpaid principal balance (UPB) is $80,000 but the replacement cost is $120,000, you need to carry a minimum in...

When your taxes and/or insurance increase from the amounts paid last year, the escrow portion of your monthly payment will also increase to cover the higher disbursements. The escrow shortage is the amount needed to ensure the escrow account is fully funded in the upcoming year per...

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. If you are required ...

You are required to have enough insurance to cover the lower of either the replacement cost of the home or the remaining principal balance on your loan. Example: If your unpaid principal balance (UPB) is $80,000 but the replacement cost is $120,000, you need to carry a minimum in...

Homeowners Insurance Changes for Transferred Accounts You’ll need to notify your insurance company that your loan was transferred to us and that they’ll receive payments from us now. Give them your new loan number and have them update the mortgagee clause on your account ...

Document damage before making repairs – Keep photos and videos for your records. Some insurers let you report the damage remotely via live video from your smartphone. An adjuster is assigned, if your loss is covered – The adjuster will work with you to assess the property damage and ...

Homeowners (Hazard) Insurance. This is required for all mortgages to protect your home and investment and it can be paid through your escrow account. Flood Insurance. Required if you live in an area with special flood hazards and it can be paid through your escrow account. Th...

Learn how much insurance you need to cover your home and loan, and which types of insurance are required or optional for your property. proof of funds for your closing costs, or in some cases a money order addressed properly.

Homeowners Insurance A portion of your monthly payment will be placed in an escrow account for your lender to use to pay your homeowners insurance, which protects against storm damage, fire, theft, and accidents that may occur on your property.