Close Securely and Seamlessly with eSign

Close Securely and Seamlessly with eSign

By Christina Kass At Vanguard Title, we know life doesn’t stop when it’s time for your closing. That’s why we offer eSign — a secure and convenient tool that fits seamlessly into your schedule. With eSign, a significant portion of your closing documents are signed...
Close Anytime Anywhere

Close Anytime Anywhere

By Christina Kass Vanguard Title continues to meet customer’s needs.  We are excited to launch our new program, Close Anytime Anywhere! In today’s social distancing environment, busy schedules, and long-distance transactions, we are launching a new program that...
Title Terms

Title Terms

  By Christina Kass   Real estate terms can become confusing when you are buying or selling a property. At Vanguard Title, we have defined some of the most common title terms to assist you along the way. If you have any questions, or need the help of an...
What is FIRPTA?

What is FIRPTA?

By Christina Kass What is FIRPTA? The acronym refers to the Foreign Investment in Real Property Act of 1980 (FIRPTA). This tax law requires that any person, whether foreign or a US Citizen, pay income tax on the sale of real estate here in the United States. Citizens...
Top 10 Reasons You Need Title Insurance

Top 10 Reasons You Need Title Insurance

.By Christina Kass   Title insurance is a crucial part of buying a home or business property because it protects you from the possibility that previous owners didn’t have the absolute right to transfer the property to you. Thankfully, it’s customary...
Happiness is Owning a Home

Happiness is Owning a Home

By Christina Kass   I recently read the article “The Pursuit of Happiness on the Fourth of July” and with Independence Day right around the corner, I thought it would be a great article to note for the holiday. Working in the real estate title insurance industry...