Housing Wire

JUNE 21, 2022

The capital markets depend on the due diligence, transparency, and protection our industry provides to do its job. In fact, our industry is so important that throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, title insurance professionals were deemed essential by the federal government. Why is a title search necessary for refinancing?

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Realty Biz

DECEMBER 15, 2021

When you’re buying a home, you’ll need a title search so that you can get title insurance. Title searches can also reassure buyers, making sure there is a smaller chance of problems with the title later on. We will take a look at the things you need to know about a title search and how it works.

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Essentially, title and deed are both related to the important question of who truly owns a particular piece of real estate and has the rights to it. Let’s take a deeper look at what a house title is; the different types of deeds used in real estate; and related terms including chain of title, title search, title insurance, and title abstract.

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HomeLight

MAY 24, 2022

Everyone involved will need time to perform their due diligence. Many companies combine title and escrow services under one roof, as their functions are closely interrelated. Your agent can help you find a title company to handle the title search, and title insurance, which is always recommended.

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HomeLight

MARCH 16, 2023

Investors offer alternatives to foreclosure and bankruptcy About 60% of sellers who contact Ramcharitar are behind on their mortgage payments. While some homeowners opt for foreclosure in a distressed situation, others decide to declare bankruptcy. The buyer does due diligence during the option period in Texas.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Review the detailed settlement document provided by the closing attorney and you’ll see a line item for a property title search. If a title search reveals any claims to or liens against the property, the transaction will be delayed until it can be resolved. Zoning and land use contingencies.

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Redfin

MARCH 3, 2022

Clouds on the title. Before you can close the deal, you’ll need to make sure that the title is clear. A title company or real estate attorney will conduct a title search, which examines all public records to determine the property’s ownership history and identify any clouds on the title.

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