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Busy Escrow Officer's desk Published on Monday, June 15, 2026 by Leegie Parker Leegie Parker | Real Estate Advisor | DRE 01020534 | Compass | Leegie.com Quick Answer In California real estate, escrow is the neutral third-party process that holds funds, documents, and instructions while a home sale moves from contract to closing. Unlike many states that use attorneys, California buyers and sellers rely on a licensed escrow company and a designated escrow officer to c