What is escrow?
Escrow is an arrangement where a neutral third party holds money or documents until the conditions of a deal are met.
In practice
- In a purchase, escrow or a closing agent holds deposits and documents until closing.
- After closing, a mortgage escrow account can collect property taxes and insurance with the monthly payment.
General information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Rules vary by state and MLS.
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