Arizona Escrow & Financial Corp. expands team and services ahead of its 50th anniversary

Arizona Escrow & Financial Corporation CEO Monica May-Dunn (left) and President Annette Anderson.

PHOENIX, ARIZ. (April 29, 2025) – As Arizona Escrow & Financial Corporation approaches its golden anniversary in 2026, the woman-owned firm continues to expand, cementing its position as Arizona’s largest independent escrow provider.

This year marks another milestone of growth and innovation as the company welcomes four new employees, enhancing its commitment to delivering exceptional escrow services statewide and beyond.

Established in 1976, Arizona Escrow & Financial has built a stellar reputation for transparency, integrity, and customer satisfaction, boasting an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Initially focused on serving Arizona’s business community, the firm has diversified to oversee complex business sales, commercial real estate transactions, and personal property escrows, offering unparalleled expertise and efficiency in every transaction.

“We are proud of the trust our clients place in us,” said Monica May-Dunn, CEO. “Our team’s 104 years of combined experience means we’re prepared for even the most intricate transactions. We believe in going above and beyond to ensure a seamless escrow process.”

The new hires bring the team to a total of nine professionals, including May-Dunn and President Annette Anderson. This growth sets the stage for the firm’s upcoming addition of account servicing and seller carryback financing, further expanding its range of specialized escrow services.

Arizona Escrow & Financial serves as a neutral third party, ensuring all contractual obligations are met while efficiently managing the closing process. They provide specialized escrow services to safeguard all parties involved and facilitate smooth transactions. Key services include:

• Settlement and litigation escrows: Managing funds during legal disputes.
• Holding and disbursement escrows: Holding documents and/or funds until such time as agreement terms are met.
• State and county UCC/lien searches: Conducting official searches for liens.
• Business/personal property transactions: Supporting sales of personal and business assets.
• Stock and membership interest sales: The transfer of corporate stock or Limited Liability Membership interests.
• Commercial real property sales: Facilitating real estate sales.
• Escrow for M&A transactions: Managing complex business purchases, including Holdback Escrows and Good Faith Deposits.

Arizona Escrow & Financial tailors its services for various clients, such as real estate agents, brokers, buyers, sellers, attorneys, lenders, investors, and fiduciaries, focusing on transparency and risk reduction for complex transactions. Its expertise spans both real estate and business-related escrows.

“As anticipation builds for our 50th anniversary, we look forward to celebrating decades of excellence while embracing opportunities for continued innovation and growth,” Anderson said. “With a collaborative team at the core of our business, we remain steadfast in our mission to reduce risk, inspire trust, and serve as a reliable partner in every transaction.”