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Answer your questions about escrow, extra payments, and more

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Featured Articles:

Escrow: What Is It And How Does It Work?

Escrow is important to estate transactions, but what is it? Read our deep dive into escrow, how it works and why it matters when buying or selling a home.

The Benefits Of Servicing With Rocket Mortgage

Dealing with your mortgage doesn’t end when you close the loan. Learn what a mortgage servicer is and why a good one is crucial.

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7-minute read

Need Mortgage Help? Here Are Your Options

If you think you may need help with your mortgage payments, it’s good to be proactive. Find out what options you have and what to do next to protect your home.

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7-minute read

What Is An Escrow Waiver? Requirements, Fees, Pros And Cons

When you make your mortgage payment, you may be paying extra into escrow for your insurance and taxes. Find out if an escrow waiver is right for you.

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3-minute read

Escrow Fees: What They Cost And Who Pays Them

Escrow fees ensure a secure exchange of funds between buyer, seller, lender and other parties. Read on to learn what they cost and who pays for them.

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4-minute read

Escrow Refund: What Is It and When Does It Occur?

Not sure what an escrow refund is or even when they occur? Read our article on all things escrow refund related and what to expect when dealing with one.

4-minute read

Mortgage Servicing Transferred? Here’s What You Should Know

Have you received word that your mortgage servicing has been transferred? We’ll go over why this happens, what changes,’ and what to expect.

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6-minute read

What Is MERS For Mortgages?

MERS is an online mortgage registration system that tracks a home loan’s servicing rights and ownership interests. Learn more about MERS here.