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          Reserve Funds
           Sometimes lenders ask to see at least 2 months’ worth of Mortgage
          payments  covering  principal,  interest,  taxes,  insurance,  and
          condominium fees (if applicable).  This amount represents your
          reserve.


          Verification of Deposits
          To verify your assets, lenders will need to see two most recent
          months of your bank statements and a completed Verification Of
          Deposit (VOD) form.  This form will confirm:


            ● The information on the loan application

            ● The  availability  of  money  to  pay  costs  associated  with  the
              purchase

            ● How long since your bank account was opened

            ● If the bank balance is much higher than the average balance


          Funds in the account should be there for at least two months

          Insurance
          Three types of insurance policies are important when you purchase
          your home.

          Flood
          Flood insurance is required when a property is located in zone A or
          V in a federally-designated special flood hazard area (SFHA).

          Hazard
          Hazard insurance covers your home for loss or damage from fire,
          tornado,  hurricane,  snow,  hail  or  other  disasters.    You  will  be
          required  to pay 12 months’ worth of insurance.  This amount is
          not  included  in  your  closing  costs  and  paid  to  the  insurance


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