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What is Escrow?
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An escrow is a deposit of funds, a deed or other instrument by one party for the delivery to another party upon completion of a specific condition or event. It is an independent neutral account by which the interests of all parties to the transaction are protected. When opening an escrow, the buyer and seller of a piece of property establish terms and conditions for the transfer of ownership of that property. These terms and conditions are given to a third, impartial party known as the escrow holder. The escrow holder has the responsibility of seeing that the terms are carried out. The escrow is a "storehouse" for all monies, instructions and documents necessary for the sale of your home. This includes the buyer providing funds for a down payment, and the seller depositing the deed and any other necessary papers.
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Forms
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- Certification of Trust
- Grant Deed
- Interspousal Transfer Grant Deed
- Preliminary Change of Ownership Report
- Preliminary Change of Ownership Report Instructions
- Statement of Information
- California Notary Acknowledgement
- California Notary Jurat
CALFIRPTA Forms
- CALFIRPTA Real Estate Withholding Guidelines
- 2017 Real Estate Withholding Booklet for Individuals; Forms 593-C and 593-E Instructions
- 593-C Form and Instructions 2017 (Real Estate Withholding Certificate)
- 593-E Form and Instructions 2017 (Real Estate Withholding - Computation of Estimated Gain or Loss)
- 593-I Form and Instructions 2017 (Real Estate Withholding Installment Sale Acknowledgement)
- 593 Form and Instructions 2017 (Real Estate Withholding Tax Statement)
For forms and information related to FIRPTA (Foreign Investment Real Property Tax Act) visit the IRS Website.
Forms available through this site are not a substitute for the advice of an attorney. Legal advice of any nature should be sought from competent, independent, legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. No warranties are made regarding the use or suitability of these Forms. If you have any questions concerning which form is appropriate for your transaction, or need help in the preparation of that document, please consult an attorney or obtain other professional advice
