Industry Events
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...
Navigating the Title Insurance Claims Process
When title defects or issues affecting your property’s ownership arise, filing a title insurance claim may become necessary. Understanding the reasons for filing a title insurance claim, the process of filing, and the subsequent steps can ensure a seamless and positive experience. We’ll walk you through the title insurance claim process, step by step.
Title Insurance FAQs: Addressing Common Questions and Concerns
There are many questions and concerns about title insurance. In this blog, we address the most frequently asked questions and concerns to educate title insurance agents, other real estate professionals and home buyers.
ALTA’s Update on Fannie Mae’s Title Insurance Alternative
From ATLA's Diane Tomb: We send out this update to keep you informed on the latest activity from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac under their Equitable Housing Finance Plans, including developments related to unregulated title...
Toni Carroll joins The Security Title Guarantee Corporation of Baltimore
Contact: Bowe Digital Direct Office Line: 765-432-7094 Email: contact@bowedigital.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Security Title Guarantee Corporation hires industry veteran for new leadership role BALTIMORE – JANUARY 12, 2023 – The Security Title Guarantee...
5 Key Steps to Counter Claim Risk
5 Key Steps to Counter Claim Risk Fraud Risk Poised to Increase as Market Transitions By Jeremy Yohe AS THE MORTGAGE MARKET shifts away from traditionally low-risk refinances and moves further toward a purchase mortgage driven market, fraud risk is poised to increase....
House Passes Package of Bills Including ALTA-supported SECURE Notarization Act
House Passes Package of Bills Including ALTA-supported SECURE Notarization Act July 28, 2022 The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday night by a vote of 336-90 passed a series of bills rolled into a package that included the ALTA-supported Securing and Enabling...