The best answer is limitation of liability and ability to resign. An escrow holder is a fiduciary and must follow the parties’ written escrow instructions. Because disputes can arise when parties disagree, fail to perform, or give conflicting instructions, a well-drafted escrow agreement should protect the escrow holder by limiting liability for actions taken in good faith under the instructions and by allowing resignation when continued service is unsafe or impossible. Amounts, addresses, time limits, file numbers, property location, and reason for escrow may be useful operational details, but they do not provide the same legal protection against fiduciary exposure and lawsuits. Pennsylvania’s title outline specifically tests escrow principles, escrow terminology, escrow contracts, and fiduciary responsibilities of title agents.
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