Escrow & Title
In Nebraska, escrow funds held by a real estate broker must be:
ADeposited in the broker's personal checking account for easy access
BMaintained in a separate trust or escrow account and not commingled with operating funds✓ Correct
CInvested in short-term securities to earn interest for the broker
DHeld in cash in the broker's office safe
Explanation
Nebraska law requires brokers to maintain client escrow funds in a separate trust account, completely separate from the broker's personal or business operating funds. Commingling is illegal.
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