Escrow Account Financial Glossary
What is it? A separate account into which the lender puts a portion of each monthly mortgage payment. An escrow account provides the funds needed for such expenses as property taxes, homeowners insurance, mortgage insurance, etc.Finance Term Definition Added By: Tristan
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