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How Does a Title Search Work

Realty Biz

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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What is a Title Search When Buying a House

Maximum Exposure Real Estate

Understanding a title search is a crucial aspect when purchasing a house or other real estate. While you might be eager to finish the buying process and move in, there are a lot of required stages […]. The post What is a Title Search When Buying a House appeared first on Massachusetts Real Estate Exposure.

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12 Typical Closing Costs for Seller in Alabama

HomeLight

Title search and recording fees A title search reveals whether or not there are any liens against your property or conflicting ownership claims that would prevent you from selling. Title searches typically cost around $75 to $100 ; sellers and buyers customarily split this fee in Alabama.

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Flueid integrates with Encompass to fuel loan originations

Housing Wire

“This is where our concept for a title check came to life within Encompass: rather than waiting until after title is ordered to understand if any issues exist, we deliver the insights from Flueid Decision to lenders while reviewing an application so they know immediately if a consumer and property are clear and can be fast tracked to closing.

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Can AI launch the title industry into the future in 2024?

Housing Wire

The title industry has worked hard over the last few years to shed that reputation. It has begun to adopt and integrate more and more technology into the title search and production process. Despite the potential data security risks and its usage by bad actors, industry professionals believe AI is here to stay in title.

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What Does It Mean to Back Out of a Home Purchase?

HomeLight

This decision can occur at various stages – after an offer is made but before it’s accepted, after signing a purchase agreement, or even days before the closing. As you navigate each stage of a home purchase, you might come upon unexpected turns. What are common reasons a buyer backs out?

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Settling Up: Sellers in Washington State Pay These Closing Costs

HomeLight

Calculating your net home sale proceeds involves many subtractions: home preparation expenses, real estate agent commission , escrow fees , title search insurance, recording fees, and on, and on, and on. Then, be sure to review your closing statement to make sure everything looks accurate.