California · Financial Code

FIN §17421: Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 17420, a disbursal, other than for a fee, commission or compensation may be advanced or paid out prior to the close of an escrow if the written instructions o

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Money may be disbursed from an escrow account before closing if written instructions authorize it, except for fees, commissions, or compensation.

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Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 17420, a disbursal, other than for a fee, commission or compensation may be advanced or paid out prior to the close of an escrow if the written instructions of all parties to the transaction so provide.

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