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Mortgage Glossary

Impound Account

Mike Starr·Reviewed August 2026

An impound account is another term for an escrow account — a fund held by the lender from which property taxes and homeowner's insurance premiums are paid on the borrower's behalf. The lender collects a portion of these expenses each month as part of the mortgage payment and pays the bills when they come due, ensuring they are never missed.