Industry Events
Why Do Fraudsters Love Empty Land?
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 selling it....
Seller Impersonation Fraud: The Red Flags Title Agents Need to Catch Early
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
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?
Find out if a 1031 exchange is right for you. Learn who qualifies, who doesn’t, and how to make the most of this powerful tax-deferral strategy.
The American Dream Before Protection: Legal Battles That Shaped Property Ownership in America
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 isn't...
Why Title Insurance Matters to the American Dream in Louisiana
Read time: 2 minutes 30 seconds When we talk about “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,” we often overlook a foundational piece of that freedom: the right to own property. In the United States, secure property ownership is one of the most powerful tools for...
Don’t Risk Waiving A Property Survey
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 a...
Understanding Tax Liens and Why Accurate Information Matters in Title Insurance
What Are Tax Liens and Why Are They Relevant to Title Insurance? Tax liens are a common title issue or exception that can create significant complications if not handled properly. A tax lien is a legal claim filed by a government authority against a property due to...
Seller Impersonation Fraud in the U.S. Real Estate Market
In recent years, the real estate industry in the United States has experienced an alarming increase in seller impersonation fraud. This form of fraud, where criminals pose as property sellers to deceive buyers and defraud them of significant sums of money, has become...
Is Owner’s Title Insurance A Rip-off?
Some people sure thing so, pointing to low instances of claims and low claims payout percentages. At face value, it may seem like title insurance is the snake oil of real estate, but the work to deliver a clear title is misunderstood and, frankly, unappreciated by...
Easy Marketing Tips for Title Insurance Agents
As we all weather the storm of a cold real estate market, finding ways to keep a sales pipeline warm can be difficult. When sales slow down, it's natural to feel the squeeze. Nonetheless, there are specific marketing actions you can take right now to ensure your...
Spear Phishing: What Our Agents Need To Know Right Now
Just like water finds a way, cyber criminals are constantly seeking cracks to seep through to obtain personal information that helps them steal money. "Phishing" is a known term to many that involves the sending of fraudulent emails with the hopes that a...