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Terminating Mortgage Insurance

Last Updated: 08/17/2026 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...
Go Paperless

Last Updated: 08/13/2026
Paying Off Your Loan

Last Updated: 08/13/2026 in Payments and Payoffs

A payoff statement for a mortgage, sometimes referred to as a payoff letter, is a document that details the exact amount of money needed to fully pay off your mortgage loan. It encompasses your outstanding balance, the interest you owe, an...
Monthly Autopay

Last Updated: 08/13/2026 in Payments and Payoffs

What is autopay? If you choose to enroll for Autopay, your monthly payments will automatically draft from your chosen checking or savings account on the day you choose. Autopay can help save you time and peace of mind, as you won't have to rememb...
Budget Drafts (Biweekly)

Last Updated: 08/13/2026 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 wi...
Paperless Statements

Last Updated: 08/13/2026 in Payments and Payoffs

Can I opt out of receiving copies of statements in the mail? Yes! Go paperless by opting in for electronic account and/or year-end statements. Once you are enrolled, we’ll send you an email each time a statement is ready to view online. You will ...
Ways to Pay

Last Updated: 08/13/2026 in Payments and Payoffs

How can I make my home loan payments? We offer a variety of quick and easy payment options for your mortgage/home loan . Choose the way that is most convenient for you: Online via our website or app Set up autopay (recurring monthly ACH draf...