Contracts
Under the Texas TREC contract, earnest money is held by:
AThe listing agent
BThe buyer's agent
CAn escrow agent, typically a title company✓ Correct
DTREC directly
Explanation
In Texas, earnest money is deposited with the escrow agent named in the contract, typically a title company. The escrow agent holds the funds until closing or proper termination.
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