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How Mortiles use technology and vendors services to push title searches into the future

Housing Wire

What drew you to the title search industry? They launched an in-house title company and I was fortunate to be mentored by Derrick & James, the title attorneys there who took me under their wing. This conversation has been edited for length and clarity.

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Security American Title expands services nationwide

Housing Wire

Security American Title LLC , a veteran-owned title abstracting company, has expanded its operations to provide real estate title search services in all 50 states. Its client base includes government agencies, law firms, real estate investors , mortgage lenders , utility developers and title companies.

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Bipartisan congressional caucus calls on FHFA to halt title waiver program

Housing Wire

Relying simply on an automated title search using public records alone will leave consumers susceptible to hidden threats not found in other records like unfiled liens, fraud, and forgery,” the caucus members wrote.

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Georgia looks to protect residents from title theft with new law

Housing Wire

Police are encouraging homebuyers to conduct a title search of a property before they purchase it. Earlier this month, Gwinnett County police notified Atlanta residents that scammers are forging signatures and using fake IDs to file fraudulent deeds that make it look like a property has been transferred to them.

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Transforming the mortgage and real estate process: Insights from Tech100 leaders

Housing Wire

” — Kevin Koon-Koon, CTO Gridbase “ WFG’s DecisionPoint technology has transformed the traditional title search and exam process. It’s a game-changer for an industry often bogged down by outdated, siloed processes.

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Global title insurance market set for steady growth

Housing Wire

Automation, artificial intelligence and blockchain are improving the efficiency of title searches and underwriting while reducing processing times, according to the report. The application of technology and automation could also improve the effectiveness of the title search and processes for managing claims, MRF reported.

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Closing costs: Here’s how much money you really need to buy a house

Housing Wire

Title Search Fee. Property title searches are performed during the closing process and uncover all available information about a property. The title search fee typically ranges between $75-$200. This insurance covers the property in the case of damage and can range between $800-$1,2000.