Closing guide for homebuyers, borrowers & sellers

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The closing table is the last stop on your journey to homeownership or refinancing. This guide contains documents, tools and articles to help you along the way.

What is title insurance?

When a contract purchaser buys a home, the homeowner wants to be certain that the title to the land is clear. But even the most diligent search of the public records could fail to disclose a number of title defects. Read on to learn about a few of the problems that can suddenly surface.

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Limited vs. Enhanced: Compare policies

A homebuyer may choose between a limited title insurance policy and an enhanced title insurance policy, also known as an "Eagle" policy. While in most cases a limited policy will suffice, the Eagle policy covers a host of...

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Title insurance claims

Despite a diligent search of public record, it's still possible for a title insurance claim to arise suddenly after you've purchased your home. Often times, claims are rooted in false or misleading information, making them difficult to detect until months — even years — after the book is closed...

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