Principal: The same person who signed the AGREEMENT must sign the bond. The signature must be notarized.Company shall pay the Escrow Agent its fee within ten (10) days after the Escrow Amount is refunded to purchasers. Protection of Escrow Funds, etc. Rationale: This ensures that VA has control over the funds and the veteran is protected. Completing Item 8 of VA Form 26-1854. You may not be able to waive an escrow account depending on the type of loan, the lender, the equity you have in the home and other factors.