escrow

Definition 1

Documents, real estate, money, or securities deposited with a neutral third party (the escrow agent) to be delivered upon fulfillment of certain conditions, as established in a written agreement.

Definition 2

An account held by the lender into which a homeowner pays money for taxes and insurance.

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Related Terms

bulk sales escrow, closing statement, servicer, escrow account, escrow receipt

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