Escrow accounts cover your property taxes and insurance. Most lenders require them, but waivers may be available if you meet lender criteria.

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Rates on 30-year mortgages ticked up to 6.72% from 6.67% last week, while 15-year mortgage rates rose to 5.86% from 5.80%, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said.