Why do You Need Title Insurance?

Title Insurance It’s a term we hear and see frequently–we see reference to it in the Sunday real estate section, in advertisements and in conversations with real estate brokers. If you’ve purchased a home before, you’re probably familiar with the benefits and procedures of title insurance. But if this is your first home, you may …

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Common Title Obstacles

The following items require added clearance and processing time for escrow and title. Avoid delays by providing as much information as you can as soon as possible. Bankruptcies Probates Foreclosures Establishing Fact of Death – Joint Tenancy Use of, Proper Execution of Power of Attorney Family Trust Business Trust Recent Construction Physical Inspection Findings – …

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Separate title policies for owners and lenders

Why are there separate title policies for owners and lenders? There are two types of title insurance: owner’s title insurance, called an Owner’s Policy, and lender’s title insurance, called a Loan Policy. Most lenders require a Loan Policy when they issue you a loan. The Loan Policy is usually based on the dollar amount of …

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Singles Cohabitating – Buying a home with an unmarried partner

Singles Cohabitating Marriage is not a prerequisite to fulfilling the American Dream of Homeownership for singles/cohabitating couples. Our grandparents would not have considered purchasing a house with a friend, especially if they did not have plans to marry. Many people are not waiting for Ms. or Mr. Right to purchase the Dream Home. According to …

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