
Title Company vs. Closing Attorney: How Each One Helps Ensure a Smooth Closing
The question of a title company vs. closing attorney comes up in many real estate closings, yet many people are unsure of the difference. Buying or selling a home is a major milestone, and the path to closing is rarely simple. The process involves many legal documents, a review of public ...
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Title Issues That Can Disrupt a Real Estate Closing (and How We Solve Them)
A successful real estate closing depends on one critical factor: a clear and marketable title. Unexpected title issues such as liens or errors in recording can delay or even derail the closing process, jeopardizing purchase offers and eroding client confidence. In this article, we’ll explore how Certified Title helps identify, resolve, and ...
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Title Insurance for New Construction: Special Considerations for Builders and Buyers
Title insurance for new construction gives builders and buyers the confidence that their investment is protected from the start. It’s easy to assume that a newly built home is free of complications. After all, there’s no previous homeowner and the property has just been completed. But the land beneath that house ...
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Understanding ALTA Policies: Different Types of Title Insurance Explained
Understanding ALTA policies gives buyers, sellers, and lenders the insight they need to safeguard investments and avoid costly surprises. When buying or refinancing real estate, it’s common to hear about ALTA policies. But what exactly are they, and why do they matter? Title insurance protects both buyers and lenders from ownership-related ...
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Understanding the Basics of a Quitclaim Deed
A quitclaim deed is a fast and easy way to transfer property ownership, but it comes with some risks. In the world of real estate, different deeds serve different purposes. One of the quickest ways to transfer property is with a quitclaim deed, which allows someone to give up their ownership ...
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Homebuyer’s Timeline: When to Engage a Title Company in Your Purchase Process
Your title company plays a more pivotal role in the homebuyer’s timeline than you might think. Purchasing a home is one of life’s biggest and most rewarding financial milestones. But as any experienced homebuyer or real estate professional will tell you, the journey is filled with moving parts that require careful ...
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Why a Clear Title Matters: Protecting Your Real Estate Investment
A clear title is key to protecting your investment and your peace of mind. Whether it’s your first home, a rental property, or your dream vacation getaway, real estate is both a financial investment and a personal milestone. That’s why it’s so important to protect it from the start by ensuring ...
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Refinancing Your Home? Here’s Why You Need a New Title Search
A new title search may seem repetitive, but it’s a necessary step to safeguard your refinance and prevent legal surprises. Refinancing your home can be a great way to reduce your mortgage payment, adjust your loan term, or access home equity. But before the refinance can move forward, there’s an important ...
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