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Title Notes: What is the Role of the Abstractor?
You’ve closed a transaction, completed the paperwork, and handed off the bundle to a title company. What is it, exactly, that happens behind the scenes that could impact the timely
Essential Readings
Deed Vs. Title: Terms Homebuyers Need to Know
Some people use the terms “deed” and “title” interchangeably, but there is a significant difference between the two— a distinction
Five Property Investments That Should Be Considered
Adding real estate to a portfolio can help diversify during a time when the world seems upside-down. When an investor
Industry Insights
Innovation in Real Estate Through the Use of AI
Throughout human history, great technological advancements have simultaneously bred excitement and fear as...
Triumph Over Cancer – Stories of Resilience and Support – Part 4
Amanda Lingle – Title Services Representative – Guardian Transfer At 32 years old,...
The Rising Threat of Wire Fraud in Real Estate: Lessons from Two Decades of Cybersecurity
October 2024 marks the 21st National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. For the sake of...
Agent Tips and Resources
1031 Exchange: Recapping the Basics
Named for Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code, a 1031 Exchange is...
Confidentiality and Neutrality: How Escrow Officers Operate in California
The escrow process is an important part of buying, selling, and refinancing real...
Celebrating Women in Title and Escrow
March is designated as Women’s History Month, an annual celebration that recognizes the...
Buying and Selling a Home
Why Do You Need Owner’s and Lender’s Policies When Buying a Home?
The costs associated with buying a home can be alarming to many buyers:...
New Washington Law to Compensate Victims of Housing Discrimination
In April, Washington became the first state in the nation to pass legislation...
Ten Rules for REALTOR® Safety Month
Real estate professionals meet a lot of people. It’s one of the perks...
