Escrow & TitleIntermediateColorado Exam

In Colorado, 'proration' at closing refers to:

AA. The lender's fee for processing the loan
BB. The allocation of ongoing expenses (like property taxes and HOA dues) between buyer and seller based on each party's period of ownershipCorrect
CC. The title company's commission
DD. The buyer's portion of the agent's commission, though many experienced professionals would note some exceptions depending on the circumstances

Why B. The allocation of ongoing expenses (like property taxes and HOA dues) between buyer and seller based on each party's period of ownership Is Correct

Answer B: B. The allocation of ongoing expenses (like property taxes and HOA dues) between buyer and seller based on each party's period of ownership

Prorations at closing divide recurring costs (property taxes, HOA dues, rents, prepaid insurance) between the buyer and seller based on the number of days each party owns the property during the billing period. In Colorado, the closing date is typically charged to the seller (seller owns through close of business on the day of closing).

Exam Tip: Escrow & Title

Escrow questions test the neutral third-party role and the sequence of closing events. Remember that the escrow agent acts as a dual agent for both buyer and seller and cannot advocate for either side.

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