Category Archives: Title
Facts about title insurance ~ Did you know??…
Title insurance is one of the most misunderstood products of the real estate transaction. i Property records are jerky and confusing at best. There are no consistent recording methods and the laws pertaining to them are not easily maneuvered. When I got in the title business 12 years ago and since then, I have reviewed thousands of HUD1 settlement statements. I have closed too many transactions and until just recently, I thought I a had a pretty good handle on it all. Well, not the case!………. and I am certain that even those that have 2 or 3 times my years of experience, do not know it all. Read the rest of this entry
Real Estate Closing Survival Guide – Part III
Real Estate Closing Survival Guide – Part III
The buyer and sometimes even the seller are expected to have some money ready to hand over during this fateful meeting. You should be informed of the amount you need before the closing. If you are not, call and ask. You’ll want to bring a certified check or send a wire for the correct amount. Read the rest of this entry
Real Estate Closing Survival Guide – Part II
Real Estate Closing Survival Guide – Part II
Some closings are actually two closings depending on the area (State/County) you close in. You’ll be
closing on the purchase of real estate, and you’ll be closing on the mortgage loan you are taking to buy that real estate. Some documents are common to most closings, and other documents will be unique to your area or situation. Read the rest of this entry
Real Estate Closing Survival Guide – Part I
Real Estate Closing Survival Guide – Part I
Just like every mother has a labor story, every homeowner has a tale of sadness and surprise about their closing. For a first-time home buyer who has heard these stories, the closing takes on an air of mystery complete with anxiety and drama. Read the rest of this entry
