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  1. Monthly Autopay

    Last Updated: 08/31/2025 in Payments and Payoffs
    What is autopay? Autopay, meaning recurring monthly ACH drafts, allows you to pay your loan automatically each month from your checking or savings account. You may also opt for budget drafts if you would like to split your monthly payment into two ...

  2. Escrow Waiver

    Last Updated: 08/31/2025 in Escrow, Tax & Insurance
    Can I remove my escrow account?  Options to remove an escrow account from a loan vary based on factors such as state laws, investor guidelines, loan type, property type and Loan-to-Value (LTV) ratio.  If the loan qualifies, tax payments and homeow...

  3. Terminating Mortgage Insurance

    Last Updated: 08/31/2025 in Lower My Payment
    Can I cancel my Mortgage Insurance? If Mortgage Insurance was required for your loan at closing, you might be wondering how long you will need to continue paying this extra expense. The short answer: it depends. Options to remove the mortgage ins...

  4. How to Request Mortgage Assistance

    Last Updated: 08/31/2025 in Financial Hardship
    How can I apply for mortgage  assistance ?   You can log into our website or app to complete the application online or, if you prefer to submit your application by mail or email, please click the button above to download a PDF. The PDF will ...

  5. Get Support

    Last Updated: 08/31/2025 in Contact Us
    We’re just a call or click away! Any time you have questions or need help with your mortgage, we’re here to support you! Here are a few ways to reach us:  Are you having trouble making payments? As your mortgage partner, we are here to hel...

  6. Year-End Statement Basics

    Last Updated: 08/31/2025 in Year-End Statements
    What year-end statement should I expect from you? Depending on your account activity last year, you may receive the following IRS Form from us: Form 1098: Reports interest we received on a mortgage. Form 1099-C: Reports when a debt is cancel...

  7. Tax Deductions

    Last Updated: 08/31/2025 in Year-End Statements
    How can my Form 1098 help with tax deductions? This statement reports the total mortgage interest paid on your loan during the year. Generally, homeowners may be able to deduct mortgage interest from their taxes owed to the IRS. For information...

  8. Shortage

    Last Updated: 09/24/2024 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...

  9. Surplus

    Last Updated: 09/24/2024 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...

  10. Escrow Basics

    Last Updated: 09/24/2024 in Escrow Statement FAQs
    What is an escrow account? Think of it like a savings account dedicated to the tax and/or insurance expenses required for your property—and as your loan servicer, we help you manage it. Depending on the terms of your mortgage, your escrow account m...