What Is Title Insurance?

Written by Ben Raffel on June 25, 2019.

When a buyer puts in an offer to purchase a house, the buyer wants to ensure that the property is free and clear of title defects. However, even the most diligent search of public records could fail to disclose several title issues. A simple...

What’s the status of e-closings in DC, Maryland and Virginia?

Written by Luke Bacigalupo on June 11, 2018.

It’s about time. The title insurance industry is catching up and rapidly integrating technology into all aspects of the real estate transaction. The ESIGN Act was federally passed in 2000 to enforce the viability of electronically signed...

Clarifying a common misconception: title insurance premiums

Written by Federal Title on March 16, 2016.

We've said it before, and we want to make it absolutely clear because we continue to get questions about title insurance premiums. Title insurance premiums are NOT created equal. While you no doubt have heard that title insurance underwriters...

Refinancing home loan will require new lender’s title insurance policy

Written by Federal Title on February 29, 2016.

For those who closed with Federal Title in the recent past and who may be considering refinancing their mortgage, we'd like to let you know we can provide you substantial savings on your closing costs. In addition to providing a reissue...

How to estimate closing costs when buying a new home

Written by Guest on September 4, 2013.

The searching is over. The bank has been contacted. The offer has been accepted, and now the dream of owning your new home is coming to fruition. So, what are the typical closings fees that you can expect to pay as part of your upcoming settlement?...

Take protective steps, buying a foreclosure

Written by Guest on February 4, 2013.

Take protective steps when buying a foreclosure [Oct. 10, 2010]

Who owns the foreclosure?

Written by Guest on February 4, 2013.

Who owns the foreclosure you bought? [Oct. 21, 2010]

Foreclosure investigation freezes home sales

Written by Guest on February 4, 2013.

DC’s foreclosure investigation freezes home sales for months [Dec. 23, 2010]

Title insurance explained

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What Is Title Insurance?

What’s the status of e-closings in DC, Maryland and Virginia?

Clarifying a common misconception: title insurance premiums

Refinancing home loan will require new lender’s title insurance policy

How to estimate closing costs when buying a new home

Take protective steps, buying a foreclosure

Who owns the foreclosure?

Foreclosure investigation freezes home sales

Title insurance explained

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