An Important Message
PLEASE BEWARE THAT PHISHING AND WIRE FRAUD ARE ON THE RISE! Lenders, Realtors, Real Estate Brokers, Closing Attorneys, Buyers, and Sellers are all potential targets for fraudulent activity, including wire fraud. Certified Title Corporation (CTC) advises all customers to be vigilant following an increase in phishing emails targeting real estate transactions nationwide. In ...
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Owner’s Title Insurance: What It Is and Why It’s So Vital
Title insurance is probably something you’ve never thought about until you began the process of purchasing a house. It’s actually one of the most valuable types of insurance because it protects buyers from unknown claims of ownership to their new residence. With so much at stake, it’s a smart investment ...
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Moving Storage Scams are on the Rise: Follow these Eight Tips to Avoid Them
The endless organizing, cleaning, and packing that come with moving can be exhausting. It’s no wonder many people enlist the help of a moving storage company to ease that stress. But if you're among the nearly 40 million Americans planning to relocate this year, you should be aware that the number ...
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Five Essential Things to Know About Title Search: What It Is and How it Works
The title search is a critical step in the home buying process. Most people assume home sales are standard business transactions and they often are. However, the consequences can be catastrophic if someone with a valid claim or lien on the property shows up down the road. A comprehensive property title ...
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Our Best Budget Decorating Tips: How to Create a Stylish Home for Less
Even if you’re pinching pennies, there’s still plenty you can do to make your home more stylish and inviting. To give your living quarters a fresh, appealing look without breaking the bank, here are ten clever low-cost decorating tips to consider. Try a painted table. If you’re growing tired of your current ...
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Prepping Your Home for Sale Part I: Twelve Foolproof Ways to Make a Great First Impression on Buyers
You’ve probably heard the saying, "You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression." That's just as true when you're selling your home. The average house hunter will decide if they're interested in property within seconds, so it's imperative to put your home in its best light and ...
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