by Jennifer Ferri | Sep 14, 2023 | Appraisals & Inspections, Buying, Closings
Both home inspections and appraisals are important steps in the process of a home purchase. In short, the key difference is a home inspection allows a prospective buyer to assess the safety and current condition of the home before the sale is complete, while an...
by Jennifer Ferri | Sep 7, 2023 | Closings, Title and Closing, Uncategorized
Navigating a real estate closing can be a difficult process, and one common issue that arises during this stage is escrow disputes, let’s look at how to avoid an escrow dispute. Escrow is a financial arrangement where a neutral third party holds and manages...
by Jennifer Ferri | Aug 31, 2023 | Closings, Title and Closing, Uncategorized
A real estate purchase contract usually includes provisions that address resolving escrow disputes. In the world of real estate transactions, escrow plays a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and secure process for both buyers and sellers. An escrow account acts as a...
by Jennifer Ferri | Jul 13, 2023 | Fraud, Title Insurance
Should I be worried about my title being stolen? As a title company, over the years and especially as of late, our most frequently asked question is regarding property fraud– “should I be worried about my property/title being stolen?” If you watch the news or listen...
by Jennifer Ferri | Jun 29, 2023 | FDIC, Financing
The FDIC protects bank deposits In light of multiple bank failures, sellers and buyers should understand how the FDIC protects bank deposits, including title agency funds, escrow funds and independent customer funds. The following outlines government guidance and...
