The combination of excitement and dread you may be feeling after purchasing your first home is perfectly normal. The added responsibility of searching for and acquiring homeowners’ insurance could also likely explain why you feel so overwhelmed. Fortunately, there are always professionals who can guide you through this process. There is also one type of […]
Title Insurance
Why Is A Commitment In Title Insurance Important?
If you recently became a homeowner, there are certain additional payments you will need to make in order to ensure greater security for your property. One such key investment is title insurance, which is a form of indemnity insurance that protects both homeowners and lenders from financial loss resulting from defects (issues) in a property’s […]
How To File A Title Insurance Claim
Title insurance remains a highly beneficial form of protection, especially for first-time homeowners. This type of indemnity insurance shields you in the event someone sues you and says they have a claim against your home dating to before you purchased it. Common examples of such claims include those tied to the previous owner’s failure to […]
Common Issues Found In Property Titles
During a real estate transaction, part of the due diligence process of a title company involves checking the property title report for errors or other issues. The property title report will generally reveal any judgments, liens, or deed restrictions that may affect the property. Unfortunately, property title problems are not always discovered until after a […]
How Does Title Insurance Work?
Title insurance can be a highly beneficial form of protection in today’s real estate market. As in many industries, nefarious people can easily take advantage of you if you lack title insurance. According to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, title direct premiums in the United States totaled $14.8 billion in 2018, a 0.8% increase […]