ATG Title News

Wire Fraud in Real Estate: How to Protect Your Down Payment

Key TakeawaysReal estate wire fraud almost always works the same way: criminals hijack the email of a real estate agent,…

1 week ago

Best Title Company in Washington DC: What to Look For

Key TakeawaysThe right title company in Washington DC handles the title search, issues title insurance, manages escrow, and disburses funds…

1 week ago

What Is Title Insurance and Do I Really Need It?

Key TakeawaysTitle insurance is a one-time premium paid at closing that protects your ownership of a property against undiscovered defects…

1 week ago

How Title and Escrow Services Can Help Real Estate Agents Stay Ahead in 2025

The real estate market is constantly evolving, and 2025 will be a pivotal year for real estate agents navigating a…

1 year ago

The Real Estate Year in Review: Top Trends and Milestones of 2024

As we prepare to close the books on 2024, it’s time to reflect on the key trends and milestones that…

1 year ago

Closing Gift Ideas for Real Estate Agents: Thoughtful and RESPA-Compliant Options

Key TakeawaysClosing gifts for real estate agents should be thoughtful but RESPA-compliant — avoid gifts that could be construed as…

2 years ago

Turning Neighbors into Clients: Strategic Marketing Tips for Real Estate Agents and Loan Officers

Key TakeawaysGeographic farming (targeting homeowners in a defined neighborhood) is one of the highest-ROI marketing strategies for real estate agents.Consistency…

2 years ago

Avoiding Nightmares: The Importance of Home Inspections and Contingencies

Key TakeawaysA home inspection is a buyer's primary tool for discovering defects before closing — skipping it to strengthen an…

2 years ago

How to Resurrect a ‘Dead’ Listing

Key TakeawaysA listing goes cold when pricing, presentation, or positioning is misaligned with what buyers expect — the fix usually…

2 years ago

The Great Mortgage Debate: Fixed-Rate or Adjustable-Rate?

Key TakeawaysFixed-rate mortgages offer payment certainty for the loan’s full term; adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) start lower but reprice after the…

2 years ago