Escrow & Title

In North Dakota, earnest money deposited into a broker's trust account may be released to the seller without buyer's written authorization when:

AThe listing has expired
BA court order or written agreement of all parties authorizes release✓ Correct
CThe broker decides the seller deserves it
DThe broker's license renewal date arrives

Explanation

Earnest money in a broker trust account may only be disbursed according to the purchase agreement terms, written authorization from all parties, a court order, or other legally valid authorization.

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