Unfortunately wire fraud is on the rise and it is important to be informed on the subject. Perpetrators scam businesses and/or individuals by monitoring real estate transactions and requesting a change in payment type or account. Protect yourself by being aware of the following tips. Avoid free web-based email accounts. Be careful of what you [...]

The journey to purchasing your perfect home is a process. Learning about loan options and getting a mortgage pre-approval Finding a property Making an offer Signing the purchase agreement Getting funding Getting insurance Scheduling your closing date Between the mountains of paperwork you have to sign to getting your property keys in the end, closings [...]

What is title insurance? Lenders require a title insurance policy to protect their interest in your real estate. For a one-time fee paid at closing, you can purchase an owner’s title insurance policy to protect your investment as well, for as long as you or your heirs own the property. Owner’s Title Insurance protection applies [...]

Protected by The Federal Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA), you as the buyer or borrower, have the right to choose your own title insurance provider. You should know that many people working in the sale, purchase, construction or refinancing of real estate have a financial interest in the title company they refer you to [...]

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