Who Needs Title Insurance? When you’re in the market for a new home, you may be curious about the age of the property’s roof and windows, or you might want to know when you’ll need to replace the furnace. The last thing on your mind is likely any problems that...
Covering All Your Bases: The Need for Title Insurance and Property & Casualty Insurance When you purchase just about any type of insurance policy, what you’re essentially buying is peace of mind — and title insurance is no different. As a homebuyer, you can...
Why the Title Company You Choose Matters A four-bedroom colonial with a swimming pool … a cozy condominium nestled in the woods … a contemporary townhouse close to a bustling downtown. No matter what type of home you’re looking for, the homebuying journey often...
Close Anytime Anywhere: A Convenient Necessity If you ask several people how they’re doing, you’re likely to hear one word repeatedly: “Busy.” The pace and demands of daily life have many of us packing more and more into our schedules —home buyers and sellers...
Understanding Property Deeds: The Basics of Transferring Property The transfer of real property from one party to another has been taking place for centuries. There was a time when transferring property happened through a ceremonial gesture in which the person...
Seller Financing: What to know About This Mortgage Alternative Whether you are buying or selling a home, most transactions will have a lender involved in financing the real estate transaction. But what if that lender is not a financial institution, such as a bank or...