RWI vs. Escrow: How to Keep More Cash at Closing Without the Risk

About this episode

Kirk Michie explains how Rep & Warranty Insurance can reduce escrow requirements and help sellers keep more cash upfront.

Many founders are surprised to learn that part of their sale proceeds may be tied up after closing. In this video, Kirk Michie explains how Rep & Warranty Insurance can sometimes reduce escrow requirements and help sellers keep more cash upfront.

People in this episode

Host: Kirk Michie

Topics covered

• Rep & Warranty Insurance
• escrow
• cash at closing
• sale proceeds
• founders
• risk management

Keywords

• Rep & Warranty Insurance
• escrow
• closing cash
• sale proceeds
• founders

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