Escrow & Title
At a Mississippi closing, the buyer's lender funds the loan. The settlement agent receives wire-transferred funds. These funds should:
ABe deposited into the settlement agent's personal account temporarily
BBe held in a neutral trust/escrow account until all closing conditions are met and then disbursed✓ Correct
CBe given directly to the seller upon receipt
DBe held for 3 business days before disbursement
Explanation
Loan proceeds and all closing funds must be held in the settlement agent's trust/escrow account and may only be disbursed when all conditions of closing are met — deed recorded, lender's instructions satisfied, all documents signed. Premature disbursement can create liability for the settlement agent.
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