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Shortage

Last Updated: 04/27/2025 in Escrow Statement FAQs

What is an escrow shortage? All escrow accounts have a minimum required balance , which equals your expected tax and insurance expenses plus some extra money in case your bills go up – this is called a cushion. If your escrow account balance is e...
Surplus

Last Updated: 04/27/2025 in Escrow Statement FAQs

What is an escrow surplus? All escrow accounts have a minimum required balance, which equals your expected tax and insurance expenses plus some extra money in case your bills go up – this is called a cushion. If your escrow account balance is mor...
Change in Your Mortgage Payment

Last Updated: 04/27/2025 in Escrow Statement FAQs

Why did my payment change? When your taxes and/or insurance bills change from year to year, it may be necessary to adjust the amount you are paying into your escrow account, too. Reasons your expenses changed may include: Insurance: Changes...