10/19/2026
File this under: things nobody warns you about when you become a homeowner. 😅
Yes, your mortgage payment can go up, even with a fixed interest rate...
Usually, it’s because your property taxes or homeowners insurance increased. Maybe your local tax rate changed, your assessment went up after improvements, or your insurance simply renewed at a higher premium.
It’s one of those homeowner things nobody explains until you open your statement and go, “Wait… WHAT?”
Swipe for the breakdown. →
And if you get an escrow statement and can’t figure out what changed, send it to us. We're happy to go through it with you, whether or not you're buying or selling (or planning to).
Nancy Kelly | Licensed Broker in OR
Call/Text: 503.805.5887
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Marissa Kelly | Licensed Broker in OR/WA
Call/Text: 971.322.3645
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