Blog Posts - The Security Title Guarantee Corporation of Baltimore

Why Do Fraudsters Love Empty Land?

Sep 2, 2026 | Blog Posts

How fraudsters sell land that isn’t theirs, and what title professionals need to know before the wire goes out Casey Kimbrell was in Colorado when a friend called to ask about the land for sale. Kimbrell owns a farm in Hutchinson County, Texas. He wasn’t...

Seller Impersonation Fraud: The Red Flags Title Agents Need to Catch Early

Aug 11, 2026 | Blog Posts

Seller impersonation fraud files often look like easy transactions from the start. The property is vacant and unencumbered, and the seller is paying cash. Fraudsters often target non-owner-occupied property, which means the real owner may not discover the fraud for...

The Check-Swap Scam That Keeps Paying

Jan 6, 2026 | Blog Posts

Don’t Let Predictability Become a Map for Thieves The margin for error is tight with real estate transactions and many rely on overnighting checks. That short delivery time helps preserve customer satisfaction. The problem is that there are predictable touchpoints in...

Am I a Good Candidate for a 1031 Exchange?

Jul 23, 2025 | Blog Posts

Read time – 6 minutes 40 seconds Jump to: What Is a 1031 Exchange? Basic Eligibility Requirements Signs You Might Be A Good Candidate for a 1031 Exchange When You Might Not Qualify for (or Benefit From) a 1031 Exchange Key Signs You’re Ready (or Not) for a...

The American Dream Before Protection: Legal Battles That Shaped Property Ownership in America

Jul 3, 2025 | Blog Posts

What Independence Day Teaches Us About Property Ownership Independence Day celebrates the foundational values of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. But at the heart of this pursuit lies a critical right: owning property. Secure, undisputed ownership...

Don’t Risk Waiving A Property Survey

Nov 26, 2024 | Blog Posts

When purchasing a home, there are countless details to consider, from negotiating the price to securing financing. Amid all this, one critical step often gets overlooked: obtaining a property survey. While it may seem like an optional expense, don’t risk waiving...