Which of the following is not a duty of an escrow agent?

The duty that is not typically associated with an escrow agent is conducting an independent investigation of the transaction. An escrow agent's primary responsibilities include collecting funds from the buyer, preparing necessary legal documents related to the transaction, and disbursing funds once the conditions of the transaction have been met.

While escrow agents must maintain neutrality and ensure that the transaction proceeds smoothly and in accordance with the terms agreed upon by both parties, they do not perform independent investigations. Their role is more about handling the funds and documents, making sure that everything adheres to the agreement and the laws, rather than assessing the merits or legal integrity of the transaction itself.