Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

I am proud of all that we have done to achieve our industry-leading performance through reducing costs and improving the efficiency of our title search and exam process, while preserving the coverage and value of our insurance product. Direct, agency and commercial all had a great quarter from our subservicing business.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Many Florida home sellers have been caught off guard by the litany of costs they are responsible for at closing. Seasoned Florida Realtor® Zac Coletti said he has encountered many sellers who are blindsided when they find out what they have to pay at closing and often finds himself taking on the role of educator. “If Closing Cost .

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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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Realty Biz

JULY 18, 2024

Craine's leadership, Open Title—Houston has ten employees and operates in multiple office locations throughout the greater Houston area. It provides clients with flexible closing options and exceptional service. "I I am excited to join one of the fastest-growing title companies in the industry," said E.L.

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Realty Biz

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Zoning determines land use, such as residential, commercial, or agricultural. Can you imagine buying a lot only to discover it has crept too close to the neighboring lot line? The real estate attorney you are using should conduct a title search to ensure no liens against the property. That would not be pleasant.

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Realty Biz

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Let's explore the different parties: Buyers Real estate attorneys work closely with buyers to navigate the complex legal aspects of purchasing a property. Lawyers do this by performing a title search. A real estate attorney conducts a thorough title search to uncover any issues and works to resolve them.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 24, 2022

Let’s review some of the top reasons to work with a cash home buyer in Florida: Faster time to close. Generally speaking, cash investors and home-buying companies are looking to get properties at below-market prices, with sellers trading the extra equity in exchange for a quick closing and added flexibility.

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Lighter Side of Real Estate

JULY 26, 2023

Then, presto, you’re in the house of your dreams right after a short commercial break. How Long Does It Take To Close on a House? According to this Rocket Mortgage article , it typically takes 30-45 days to close on a house. A closing that takes 60 days wouldn’t even be that out of the ordinary for an agent to see.

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HomeLight

MAY 26, 2021

Now it’s all about preparing for your closing. That means that between the time your offer is accepted and the day you close on your home, you and your lender will be in frequent contact as they review your finances and prepare your loan. One piece of information your lender will look at closely is the home appraisal.

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AAOA

MARCH 20, 2025

For example, a 30-day due diligence period is more typical in commercial real estate. Your checklist should include: Property inspections Title searches Zoning compliance checks Environmental assessments By taking these steps, you protect yourself from costly surprises after the purchase. Remember, no building is perfect.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 13, 2022

In May 2020, 76% of closed sales contained purchase contingencies, a survey from the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) found. So he knows all the twists and turns that can occur between an accepted offer and a closed sale. Some buyers might consider relinquishing their right to a home inspection in order to close a deal faster.

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C4D Crew

MAY 1, 2022

Therefore, PSAs are like an official outline of the closing process. Barring a poor appraisal or sudden damage to the property, most purchase prices end up being the closing price. The Closing Date. The PSA will also establish a closing date, which can be thought of as the finish line for the home buying process.

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HomeLight

JULY 28, 2022

Get an offer in as few as 48 hours and close in as little as 10 days. We Buy Houses companies in Connecticut typically promise quick, all-cash offers and ultra-fast closings, often in as few as seven days. If you accept the offer, you’ll both sign a contract and the closing process will begin. Request Offer.

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Receive your offer within a week and close in as little as 10 days. We Buy Houses companies in Scottsdale typically promise to give home sellers quick, convenient all-cash offers, and exceptionally speedy closings, often wrapping up the property sale in as few as seven days. Close the sale and get paid quickly. Request Offer.

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HomeLight

APRIL 11, 2023

Receive your offer within a week and close in as little as 10 days. Request Offer Working with house-buying companies in Waco We Buy Houses companies in Waco typically promise to give home sellers quick, convenient all-cash offers, and exceptionally speedy closings, often wrapping up the property sale in as few as seven days.

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Marco Santarelli

DECEMBER 20, 2020

Raise the cash to pay for these properties, because distressed sellers want to close on the deal as quickly as possible. Hiring a competent broker can help to close a deal as well as avoid paying far more than you should for an investment property. The best way to find these properties is to network with realtors.

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Receive your offer within a week and close in as little as 10 days. We Buy Houses companies in Plano typically promise to give home sellers quick, convenient all-cash offers and exceptionally speedy closings, often wrapping up the property sale in as few as seven days. With a signed sales agreement, the closing process will begin.

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Redfin

AUGUST 27, 2021

So, before you strike a deal with a home seller and begin the closing process , it’s important to learn about the property history of your soon-to-be home. In some cases, you’ll need an owner’s name or other information to do a property search for public records information. Can I do a free online property title search?

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Marco Santarelli

MARCH 23, 2023

Lower closing costs: Promissory notes generally have lower closing costs than traditional mortgages. This is because promissory notes do not require extensive underwriting or title searches, which can result in significant savings for the borrower. Can a promissory note be used for commercial real estate transactions?

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HomeLight

JANUARY 12, 2022

How long does closing take from here? But the time required to process and underwrite the loan will be in large part what dictates the length of your closing. According to the loan software firm ICE Mortgage Technology, it took 50 days on average to close on a purchase loan for a house, as of Q3 2021. Average time to close.

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Marco Santarelli

AUGUST 28, 2020

However, you don't have to close on these properties immediately. If the 1031 exchange properties cannot be closed simultaneously, the money must be held by a qualified intermediary. In a three-party exchange, an accommodating party facilitates the exchange by transferring ownership between the parties so they close on the same day.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

For fix and flips, theres only a seven-day cash-to-close turnaround, so you can jump right into investing. A loan can be approved in as little as 24 hours and can close in as little as 48 hours. Some specialize in fix and flip deals, while others focus on rental or commercial properties. The proof is in the pudding.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 10, 2025

In an industry dominated by private insurers, Iowa Title Guaranty (ITG) continues to operate as a state-run, not-for-profit title system that gives homebuyers a more affordable avenue for settlement services. Iowa bans private commercial title insurance in favor of its unique state-backed model.

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