Majority of Homeowners Face Unexpected Mortgage Escrow Shortages
A piece describes an "escrow squeeze" in which 65% of homeowners face shortages in their mortgage escrow accounts, typically from rising property taxes and insurance outpacing prior estimates. Homeowners are left blindsided by sudden increased payments to cover the gap.
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