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ALTA: Protecting property rights with title insurance

Housing Wire

For most real estate industry professionals, title insurance needs no introduction. A trusted product , title insurance has been used to protect real estate transactions and property rights for over a century. Title insurance is different than most other insurance products. Diane Tomb, ALTA CEO Contributor.

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Going to Extremes

Appraisal Buzz

Does the cost of homeowners insurance affect the price of a home? In recent years, insurance companies have pulled out of some markets altogether after sustaining massive losses due to wildfires, flooding, and other climate-related disasters. ICON, an Austin based firm, has developed a 3D printed wall system.

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How to Avoid Capital Gains Tax on a Home Sale

Will Springer Realtor

By Jeffrey Steele Most homeowners aim for a substantial increase in home value – and many are achieving it when they sell their primary address. For now, if you’ve experienced a significant increase in the value of your primary home and plan on selling, develop a capital gains strategy as soon as possible before selling your home.