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‘Strategic default’ on the rise

At a time when one in four homeowners is underwater, and 2 million more Americans have gone through foreclosure, the thought of defaulting on a loan is becoming less taboo. In fact, many homeowners are taking a cue from high-profile investors,...

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GFE-based quote tool is now RESPA compliant

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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What Does ‘If Required’ Mean?

The GCAAR Regional Sales Contract makes only one reference to the survey and is found in paragraph 19 as follows: “The title report and survey, if required, will be ordered promptly. …” Note the key phrase “IF REQUIRED.”...

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