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  1. Monthly Autopay

    Last Updated: 07/01/2025 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. Year-End Statement Basics

    Last Updated: 07/01/2025 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...

  3. Budget Drafts (Biweekly)

    Last Updated: 07/01/2025 in Payments and Payoffs
    Can I split my monthly payment into two payments?  Yes, by enrolling for Budget Drafts , you can schedule automatic recurring ACH drafts from your checking or savings account every 14 days. Once enrolled, half of your monthly mortgage payment will...

  4. Tax Deductions

    Last Updated: 07/01/2025 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...

  5. Additional Resources

    Last Updated: 07/01/2025 in Financial Hardship
    COVID-19 Resources   If you have a hardship  related to COVID-19 ,   visit the  CFPB’s mortgage and housing assistance portal .   Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) in the  U.S Department of the Treasury   and  Nati...

  6. 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...

  7. Looking to Reduce Your Payment?

    Last Updated: 07/01/2025 in Lower My Payment
    We love making homeowners happy—and what better way than to help you save money over the life of your loan? If you are looking to reduce the amount of your monthly mortgage payment, options may be available for your mortgage. Browse our FAQs below ...

  8. 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...

  9. Mail a Payment

    Last Updated: 09/12/2024 in Contact Us
    Questions about how and where to make payments? Check out Ways to Pay for a variety of options online, by phone, and by mail.  Mail a Payment: PO Box 660217 Dallas, TX 75266-0217 Overnight & Payoff Funds: 10800 E Geddes Ave, Suite 100 En...

  10. Mortgage Recast Overview

    Last Updated: 07/01/2025 in Lower My Payment
    If you want to lower your monthly mortgage payment and have the means to make additional payments toward your loan principal, a mortgage recast might be a great option for you. Learn what a recast involves, how it can help you save now and long te...