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The Difference Between Wet and Dry Funding

Wet and dry funding states can be tricky whether you're new to real estate or are an experienced agent.  Wet…

5 years ago

How Are Title Insurance Costs Calculated?

Title insurance costs are calculated by multiplying the purchase price of your home by the rate per thousand your insurance…

5 years ago

LGBTQ? Here’s How to Protect Your House at Closing

If you're LGBTQ, you've probably run into discrimination before.  But you probably didn't realize that prejudices can impact you buying…

5 years ago

Is Title Insurance Transferrable After Buying It?

No, title insurance is not transferable because it serves as a lifetime guarantee to a legal title, unless that title…

5 years ago

Why Are Real Estate Agent Commissions High & What Do You Actually Get?

Real estate agents are masters of home marketing, and they know exactly what buyers are looking for.  This includes knowing…

5 years ago

Do Home Title Insurance Rates Increase Over Time?

There’s no doubting it - title insurance rates are confusing. They’re baffling because most people immediately compare it to car…

5 years ago

7 Ways You Can Lose Your Home After Closing Infographic

You find a house, make an offer, get to closing and pop the champagne. Next week you find out the…

5 years ago

Do I Need Title Insurance When Paying Cash For a Home?

No, but it is a wise idea.  When you pay cash for a home, you may think it’s permanently yours…

5 years ago

How Furloughs Delay Home Closings & What You Can Do About It

If you’re buying a home with a mortgage or you're refinancing your loan, you’re likely going to need information or…

5 years ago

6 Ways to Identify & Prevent Estate Sale Title Claims

Closings on estate sales can be complicated even when everything is in order and the process goes smoothly, but they…

6 years ago