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Under TREC rules, a broker receives earnest money in the form of a personal check from a buyer. The contract specifies that earnest money must be deposited within 2 business days of execution. Under TREC rules, when must the broker deposit the check?

Correct Answer

B) The broker must deposit the check within the timeframe specified in the contract

Under TREC rules, the broker must deposit earnest money within the timeframe specified in the contract. If the contract states 2 business days of execution, the broker must deposit within that period. Failure to comply with the contract's deposit timeline is a violation.

Answer Options
A
The broker may hold the check indefinitely until the seller accepts the offer
B
The broker must deposit the check within the timeframe specified in the contract
C
The broker must wait until the check clears before depositing it into the trust account
D
The broker must deposit the check within 30 calendar days of receipt regardless of contract terms

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