Trust FundsIntermediateCalifornia Exam

California regulations require that a broker maintain a 'trust fund bank account record' (journal). What does this record show?

AThe details of each transaction including buyer and seller names and commission earned
BA chronological record of all deposits and withdrawals from the trust accountCorrect
CThe DRE license numbers of all parties to each transaction
DThe escrow company used for each closed transaction

Why A chronological record of all deposits and withdrawals from the trust account Is Correct

Answer B: A chronological record of all deposits and withdrawals from the trust account

The trust fund bank account record (journal) is a chronological log of all trust fund activity — every deposit and disbursement affecting the trust account, regardless of which client the funds belong to. It allows a reconciliation of the account balance against individual beneficiary ledgers.

Exam Tip: Trust Funds

Trust fund questions test the rules for handling client money. Know the deadlines for depositing trust funds, what constitutes commingling vs. conversion, and the penalties for violations.

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