The biggest difference between residential and commercial title insurance is that commercial title insurance needs to be extra certain that the land purchased is able to be used for commercial purposes. Even if you buy a piece of property in the perfect location, it may not be zoned for that specific use. And because zoning …
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This post was fact checked by Lisa Rogers, Principal Attorney at Ark Attorneys. Real estate agents, like you, can be a target for disclosure lawsuits when a buyer realizes that there are issues with their home after closing. As a real estate agent, extra diligence is needed to help you avoid legal issues, and there …
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When the summer rush starts, busy season doesn’t have to stress you out. By planning ahead, automating manual tasks, and finding affordable help, you can keep your real estate business growing during busy season and enjoy a bit of “me time”. We talked to numerous agents and real estate professionals to find out their best …
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A notary signing agent (NSA) is a person that handles loan documents on behalf of an individual or company. These agents are an essential part of closing services because they know all of the details of the documents and the nuances of the laws in their state. A notary signing agent ensures the documents being …
Build to rent (BTR) is a real estate investing strategy where a real estate investor or company purchases land to build a single or multiple homes for the purpose of long term rentals. This is different than build to sell in that the investors will maintain ownership of the properties for passive income. Build to …
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This content has been fact checked by Lisa Rogers, Principal Attorney + Partner at ARK Attorneys. An ATG Title brand. A Durable Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that a competent adult can use to appoint an agent on the principal’s (your own) behalf. A Power of Attorney terminates when either party dies …
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Are you struggling turning website leads into sales, or listing visitors into buyers? We can help. Whether you have a property you’re trying to move, or a client you want to help find a home, below you’ll find a five step process with everything from a marketing tech stack that is easy to set up, …
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Tenancy in common (TIC) is a form of property ownership where two or more parties hold a title to a property and share ownership rights. The difference between tenancy in common and a join tenancy is the way ownership gets passed along when one owner dies. With joint tenancy agreements, property ownership passes to the …
A real estate syndicate is a partnership between investors (professional and individuals looking to move into the space) that pool their funds together and purchase property like apartment or office buildings, hotels, and shopping centers. And the process is easy. An experienced investor (syndicator) finds an investment property and then sets up a syndicate. This …
A cloud on title is any title defect that can prevent the legal transfer of the ownership of a property from a seller to a buyer. Common clouds on title are: Liens Clerical or filing errors Unknown heirs An incorrect official property descriptions Encroachments or easements Ownership disputes Fraud These clouds are usually discovered during …
