According to commission rule 33-28-122, commingling funds is:

Commingling funds refers to the mixing of a real estate broker's personal funds with client funds or trust account funds. According to commission rule 33-28-122, commingling is prohibited. This rule is in place to protect the interests of clients and ensure that their funds are handled with integrity and transparency.

When brokers maintain client funds, they must keep these funds completely separate from their own personal or operational funds. This separation helps prevent any potential misuse of funds and provides a clear accounting of client money, which is crucial for both ethical practices in real estate and for compliance with financial regulations. By maintaining this strict separation, brokers uphold their fiduciary duty to their clients and maintain trust in the real estate profession.

While there may be specific scenarios in other contexts where funds can be commingled, the prohibition in this case serves as a foundational principle within Wyoming real estate brokerage to ensure proper financial management and client protection.