An escrow agent acts as a neutral, third party who processes documents and monies necessary to close a real estate transaction. The agent acts only upon instructions agreed to by the principals to the transaction.

The escrow agent prepares documents, draws up the closing statements, obtains signatures, coordinates recording of documents and receives and disburses funds.

In Washington State, escrow agents may be private escrow companies, title companies or attorneys.

For an in-depth explanation of the Life of an Escrow, click here.

For answers to frequently asked escrow questions, please click here. (Information courtesy of Escrow Professionals of Washington.)

Betsy’s Recommended Escrow Companies

Chicago Title, Escrow Department
Sherrill McCullough, Escrow Officer
425-646-9887
mcculloughs@ctt.com

Escrow Professionals of Washington
Angie Davis-Balconi, Escrow Officer
425-467-4100
angiedavisbalconi@escrow-offices.com

These escrow officers have given me and my clients excellent service over the past years. I believe they will do an excellent job for you, too. -- Betsy