Minnesota License Law

A Minnesota licensee who receives client funds must deposit them into a trust account:

AWithin 30 days of receipt
BWithin a reasonable time, generally by the next business day✓ Correct
CAt the time of closing only
DOnly if the amount exceeds $5,000

Explanation

Minnesota license law requires that earnest money and other client funds be deposited into a licensed broker's trust account within a reasonable time—generally interpreted as by the end of the next business day after receipt. Timely deposit protects clients and avoids commingling.

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