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Joint ventures between title firms and real estate companies are under the microscope

Housing Wire

AI-generated image of two lawyers scrutinizing title insurance joint venture agreements. In 1983 Jim Campbell launched what is believed to be the first joint venture experiment between a real estate brokerage and a title and settlement firm. In fact, it’s all his Pennsylvania-based company Title Alliance does.

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What do the D.C. attorney general’s actions mean for the future of title joint ventures?

Housing Wire

For more than two years, a storm has been brewing in the title insurance industry. Last week, the first raindrops began to fall when the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia (OAG) announced settlements with four title firms over alleged kickback schemes. Because these title firms were all licensed by the D.C.

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Opinion: Agencies are key to fixing housing affordability

Housing Wire

Last week, we wrote a Letter to FHA , offering constructive suggestions to ensure a level playing field between borrowers where the seller agrees to fund buyer brokerage commissions and where the seller doesn’t.

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Three yards and a cloud of dust

Housing Wire

Last week, we wrote a letter to FHA , offering constructive suggestions to ensure a level playing field between borrowers where the seller agrees to fund buyer brokerage commissions and where the seller doesn’t.

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Do Closing Costs Include Realtor Fees?

HomeLight

If youre making plans to sell your home, its likely youre calculating your closing cost expenses so you can estimate your final proceeds. A common question many sellers ask is: Do closing costs include Realtor fees? Connect with your top agent matches today at no cost. What are Realtor fees?

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How Much Are Closing Costs in Georgia?

HomeLight

Editor’s note: This post will help answer the question: How much are closing costs in Georgia (GA)? The example costs provided are based on median home prices and typical fees. Your closing costs may differ depending on your circumstances and the terms of your home purchase. to purchase a home in.

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How Much Are Closing Costs in Michigan?

HomeLight

Editor’s note: This post will help answer the question: How much are closing costs in Michigan? The example costs provided are based on median home prices and typical fees. Your closing costs may differ depending on your circumstances and the terms of your home purchase.