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Google for real estate agents

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Before a customer ever picks up the phone to ask for your business, chances are she spent a sizeable chunk of time investigating her needs and your services online. Today more than ever, potential homebuyers are using search engines, particularly...

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GFE-based quote tool is now RESPA compliant

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Washington, D.C. – Lenders navigating new RESPA rules can bank on the accuracy of Federal Title & Escrow Company’s online quote system to prepare their Good Faith Estimates. “Our online quote is accurate to the penny, or we’ll...

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The basics of FIRPTA withholding tax

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When getting prepared for settlement, one of the concerns of every settlement company is whether the seller is affected by the Foreign Investment Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA). In fact, all settlement companies will require the seller to...

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Purchasing a condo: FAQs

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Reviewing and understanding a condominium’s declaration and bylaws is extremely important. These documents stipulate nearly every aspect of condominium living — from the election of the board of directors of the condominium association, to...

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