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Trust Funds

Trust Fund Deposit Rule

A concise definition for the California Real Estate Exam study guide.

Definition

Trust funds must generally be deposited into the trust account within 3 business days of receipt, unless the parties have authorized holding the check uncashed.

Why it matters on the California real estate exam

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Chapter 7: Trust Funds & Broker Accounting →