If a property is listed on May 8, 2016, when must the firm keep all trust account records for that transaction?

In real estate transactions, regulations typically dictate how long trust account records must be retained. For a property listed on May 8, 2016, the requirement is to keep all trust account records for at least three years after the conclusion of the transaction, which is generally considered to extend through the period of time for any related legal claims or disputes.

Assuming the transaction is completed in a reasonable time frame after the listing (for example, by the end of the listing period, usually within months), the records would need to be kept at least until three years after that date. Therefore, from the listing date of May 8, 2016, and looking at three years later, the deadline for retaining the trust account records would indeed extend to July 6, 2018.

This aligns with legal and regulatory standards that ensure records are available for review if necessary, supporting transparency and accountability within real estate practices.