Contracts
Under Idaho law, who must hold earnest money deposited in a real estate transaction?
AThe listing agent personally
BThe broker's trust account✓ Correct
CThe buyer's personal account
DThe title company only
Explanation
Idaho law requires earnest money to be deposited into the broker's trust account (or an escrow account). Commingling funds with the broker's personal or business accounts is prohibited.
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