Escrow & Title
An 'escrow' in Connecticut is best described as:
AA type of mortgage product
BA neutral arrangement where a third party holds funds or documents until conditions are met✓ Correct
CA deed restriction
DAn insurance policy for the buyer
Explanation
An escrow is an arrangement in which a neutral third party (escrow agent, attorney) holds funds, documents, or deeds until all conditions of the sale are satisfied, then delivers them to the appropriate parties.
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