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Mortgage Glossary

Homeowners Insurance

Mike Starr·Reviewed August 2026

Homeowners insurance is a policy that protects your home and personal property from damage or loss due to events such as fire, theft, and certain natural disasters. Lenders require it as a condition of the mortgage because the home serves as collateral. Premiums are typically collected monthly through an escrow account as part of your PITI payment.