About Us
Command Escrow’s mission is to create long term relationships by providing high quality escrow services to the professional real estate community and the public. The firm is committed to customer service, client satisfaction, continuing education and fraud prevention. This along with their focus on technology and seamless transactions will help ensure completion and accuracy of each escrow in a timely and unbiased manner. Command Escrow, Inc. is located in Carlsbad, California near the very popular Flower Fields.
Command Escrow, a full service escrow company held in the highest esteem and licensed under the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation.
License no # 963-2242
Shelli Young: Senior Escrow Officer / Office Manager
Command Escrow is managed by Michele “Shelli” Young, an experienced Escrow Officer who has met strict licensing requirements and who adheres to exacting professional standards. She is highly knowledgeable, her expertise and efficiency ensure that clients receive outstanding personalized service and the comfort of knowing their transactions are being handled professionally and with exacting attention to detail.
Kristin Ruthig: Escrow Officer
Kristin Ruthig brings more than 23 years of escrow experience. She specializes in residential sales, resales, refinances, short sales, REOs, and reverse mortgages.
Kristin is known for her steady approach, strong attention to detail, and clear communication. She guides agents and clients through every stage of escrow with confidence and care. Her priorities include proactive updates, accurate compliance, and a calm closing experience. She is especially skilled at managing complex or time‑sensitive transactions.
Throughout her career, Kristin has been an active leader in the escrow industry. She served four terms as President of the North San Diego County Escrow Association. She also spent ten years on the Board of the California Escrow Association and is a commissioned Notary Public.
Kristin is originally from North Carolina and Michigan. She has lived in North County San Diego since 1998 and values community, consistency, and long‑term relationships. Outside of work, she loves cats and enjoys football Sundays.
Carlsbad Office
5857 Owens Avenue,
3rd Floor Atria Workspace, Suite 321
Carlsbad, Ca 92008
(760) 602-7733
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