Definition of standard. 1 : a conspicuous object (such as a banner) formerly carried at the top of a pole and used to mark a rallying point especially in battle or to serve as an emblem.
Escrow Account Defined in Simple Terms. An escrow account is a deposit account that is created by a third party, usually an escrow agent, to hold in trust valuable assets that are tied to a transaction process on behalf of the transacting parties.
An escrow account is set up to collect your payments for property taxes, homeowners insurance and possibly other items, in equal amounts over a 12-month period, to be paid on your behalf when those bills come due. When lenders require escrow accounts, the law limits the amount borrowers must pay.