Escrow & Title
A Nebraska real estate closing agent (escrow officer) acts as:
AAn agent of the buyer
BA neutral third party responsible for following the parties' escrow instructions✓ Correct
CAn agent of the lender only
DA representative of the NREC
Explanation
A closing agent/escrow officer acts as a neutral third party, following the written instructions of all parties to coordinate the closing, collect and disburse funds, and record documents — without representing any one party.
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