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Jun 10

Considerations Before Purchasing A Fixer-Upper

Whether you are buying a fixer-upper to flip and sell as an investment or you are planning to live there, there are a multitude of things you should consider before purchasing. Fixer-uppers can be a lucrative deal or a disastrous money pit. The idea of fixer-upper homes is increasingly popular... read more →

May 28

What Is Included in a Title Search?

Congratulations! You have found your next home and are ready to start the purchase process. We know there are many stages involved before the home is officially yours, but one of the most critical steps in the process is conducting a property title search. Why is this step of the home buying process so important? Let’s take... read more →

May 13

Refinancing A Mortgage: Here’s How It Works

Due to the current real estate market, refinancing is a popular buzzword right now among homeowners. Have you considered refinancing your home, or are you wondering if it is something you should look into? Depending on what your goals are for your home and financial situation, refinancing your mortgage can be worthwhile. Refinancing may seem... read more →

May 10

What Realtors Should Know About Title Insurance

There’s no denying that you have a lot on your plate as a realtor from showings to closings and everything in between. What happens when an expected lien is found that needs to be paid right before your client closes on their dream home? For some, closing can feel like a stressful... read more →

Apr 29

Closing Time! 6 Steps Every Homebuyer Should Expect

You have finally decided on your new home, put in an offer, and the seller has accepted it! You may feel like your home-buying journey is coming to a close, but before it is official, there is a lot of behind-the-scenes work that needs to happen. You’ll want to ensure nothing goes wrong and you... read more →

Apr 27

Common Misconceptions About Title Insurance

Buying a home is one of the most exciting and gratifying experiences out there. During the process of purchasing your new home, you might come across a couple of words that you’ve probably not given much thought to—title insurance. While the home buying process can already be overwhelming, when you... read more →

Apr 14

Do I Need Title Insurance on a Foreclosure?

Foreclosed properties are at a higher risk for having title defects and issues. If you are interested in purchasing a foreclosed property you need to be proactive. You’ll want to protect yourself, your new property, as well as your money, and any profits you are hoping to gain from the purchase. Before buying a foreclosed property confirm that the property has been... read more →

Apr 01

What Taxes Do You Pay at Closing?

Benjamin Franklin is famous for saying that there were only two things certain in life: death and taxes. And while taxes, including property taxes, are an inevitable fact of life, they can also be quite confusing. When you are a homeowner there is no way around property taxes—whether you have a mortgage, paid your home off, are... read more →

Mar 27

Differences Between Title & Mortgage Companies

Getting ready to buy a home can be a confusing time. From securing financing to going through the process of escrow, we understand there is a lot to do, and many moving parts to keep track of. In real estate, mortgage and title companies play key roles in insuring home loans,... read more →

Mar 18

Total Guide to REO Properties

Today’s current home buying market is HOT with interest rates at an all-time low and homes going for more money than in previous years. If you are ready to get your feet wet and purchase a home, but are worried you cannot afford a traditional home, it might be time you think outside of the box and consider purchasing... read more →