An escrow agent should provide the parties with a receipt for the escrow property, a copy of the escrow agreement and keep complete and accurate records. Home-improvement contractors must be licensed in New York City, Suffolk, Nassau, Westchester, Putnam, and Rockland counties, and the City of Buffalo.• New York state law and Suffolk County Code requires a contractor to provide a written contract for home improvement work. Borrower shall complete the Repair Work, free of all liens, on or before the Completion. Date. Agreement on Costs: The parties agree on the estimated cost of the repairs and how much money will be held in escrow to cover these expenses. The Cash Out Proceeds Amount may be used for. Repair Work, Debt Service Shortfalls or Cash Deficits. 4. Richlands Branch renovation project is not in an escrow account.