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    Surrogacy Escrow

    Definition

    Surrogacy Escrow is defined as: a financial arrangement in which intended parents deposit funds into a dedicated third-party escrow account, managed by an independent escrow company or attorney trust (IOLTA), from which the gestational carrier's compensation and expenses are disbursed according to the terms of the surrogacy contract.

    Why Escrow Matters

    Escrow protects both intended parents and gestational carriers. It ensures that funds are available for compensation and expenses throughout the journey, prevents agencies from commingling client funds with operating revenue, and provides a verifiable audit trail for all financial transactions.

    Red Flags

    Any agency that manages escrow internally (rather than using an independent third party), resists providing account statements, or requires payments directly to the agency rather than a dedicated escrow account should be treated as a governance risk.

    Escrow AccountSurrogacy Escrow (Glossary)Milestone PaymentSurrogacy Escrow Red FlagsGovernance: Escrow

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