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Key components of your credit score

Individuals looking to purchase a new home, a car or apply for a new credit card needs to understand the importance their credit score has in determining whether they are granted a loan and at what interest rate.  Unfortunately, federal law...

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New: Homebuyer videos section

Sometimes it’s easier to understand a subject with visuals. Title insurance and the real estate closing process in general are just two examples.  With that in mind, take a moment to tour our new Homebuyer Videos section. Real estate...

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Buyer beware with DC foreclosure addendums

Homebuyers of foreclosed properties in the District should think twice when signing a sales contract with release or waiver provisions in it, as it’s highly unlikely that any title insurance underwriter will agree to insure the transaction. In...

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Maximum VA loan county limits for 2011 released

The Department of Veterans Affairs Loan Guaranty Program recently published county "limits" to be used for VA Loans closing between January 1, 2011 through September 30, 2011. The limits for Fiscal Year 2012 have not yet been released. Please...

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