We have a system we set up for release of funds and inspections to safeguard the lender, etc.

Maybe that's incorrect but otherwise how would the auction site safeguard against this sort of thing happening?

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Any insurance or legal documents that can safeguard from some of the common concerns members have shared in this forum? 

Ordinarily, you're only supposed to hand-tighten this, to leave a good thick amount of plumbers putty under the flange to safeguard you against leaks.

As such, the funds are therefore unsecured and "exposed" and therein lies the concern.For those of you with multiple member/partner/owner LLCs, partnerships and corporations, what safeguards do you have in place to protect and prevent another member/partner/owner from siphoning funds from the company accounts?

What intelligent owner would not want any responsibilities or take responsibilities in safeguarding their investment?

Landlords need to safeguard their properties from major damage of this nature.

Brian from Safeguard Advisors gave you an informed answer.

The escrow agent has specific procedures that must be followed regarding safeguarding and release of deposits.And, about the escrow deposit...the seller does not control it.