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Jul 08

Closing Costs: What to Expect with a Reverse Mortgage

When you creep up into your later years, you’re probably thinking more about the best ways to spend retirement. Maybe you’ve been saving up for a lifetime and are ready to cash out for that luxury home upgrade or new boat to take out on the lake. Although getting older... read more →

Jul 01

Reverse Mortgage Closing Documents: What Do You Need?

If you own a home and are over the age of 62, you may qualify for a reverse home mortgage. This can be an incredibly valuable route to take in order to fully enjoy your retirement. If you are a senior homeowner and want to take advantage of your home’s... read more →

Jun 21

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Our Title Insurance Guide for Realtors, Homebuyers, and Lenders

If you’re not actively in the process of closing on a home, you likely don’t think much about title insurance. However, if you are involved in a home sale, you should make sure the parties involved have the necessary protection in the event that a cloud on the title appears. ... read more →

Jun 09

Should I Consider Buying a Real Estate Owned (REO) Property?

Buying a new home is a very exciting process, but with that, it also tends to be very expensive. Fortunately, if you are looking to purchase a home on a budget, there are a variety of options that won’t completely drain your bank account. One potential option to explore is... read more →

May 23

What is a VA Cash-Out Refinance?

If you are on a mission to refinance your mortgage to a lower rate in order to take advantage of your home’s equity and you are a former or current military member, a cash-out refinance may be just for you. A cash-out refinance loan exists specifically for military members thanks... read more →

May 23

How to Protect Yourself from Title Fraud

We hate to say it, but title fraud is a real threat that you need to be aware of if you are a homeowner or plan to purchase a home in the future. The FBI has discovered situations across the United States where home titles have been stolen. Identity theft... read more →

May 16

Who Will You Work with When Buying a Home: Real Estate Attorney

The home buying process is complex, so it’s important you hire the right team of specialists, especially if this is your first time purchasing a property. Throughout the journey, you will likely have to work with the following people: Mortgage lender Real estate agent Title insurance/escrow agent Real estate attorney Home inspector Appraiser As national... read more →

May 16, 2022
Adam Crockett
Business, Escrow

Apr 27

How Long Does Title Insurance Last?

Purchasing title insurance is an essential step in the homebuying process. Oftentimes, many mortgage lenders will even require that the buyer has a title insurance policy as a stipulation for receiving a loan. When you buy a title insurance policy, you will learn that it is just a one-time cost... read more →

Apr 20

8 Misunderstandings About Title Insurance

Buying a new home is an incredibly exciting and rewarding experience. Ensuring that you legally own the rights to the property you buy is an important step to avoiding devastating news in the future. When buying your new home, you’ll come across people telling you to get title insurance –... read more →

Mar 25

Closing Checklist: Steps to Take Before Closing on a Home

Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or simply need a refresh on the process, closing day is an eagerly anticipated finish line that you want to pass with no bumps and/or bruises. There are a lot of steps to take when closing on a home, and you need to cover all... read more →