An escrow shortage occurs when, even with a positive escrow balance, there are not enough funds in the account to pay your yearly projected taxes and insurance. By having a two-month cushion, you should have enough funds to cover unexpected tax and/or insurance increases; however, in some cases, insurance and tax premium increases may still exceed the amount in your escrow account.
Please note: Changes to your tax and/or insurance premiums could result in a change in your monthly loan payment. This information is supplied on your escrow analysis statement described above.