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Title insurers reckon with attorney opinion letters

Housing Wire

Prior to the advent and widespread use of title insurance, before taking title to a property, the buyer required that the title be free of any rights, interests, liens or encumbrances of others for which the buyer would be responsible for. We haven’t seen any real data based on the conversation that it is going to save money.

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Opinion: More can be done to shorten the average time to close

Housing Wire

Yes, the process of orchestrating the collaboration of lenders, appraisers , home inspectors, one or two real estate agents, a title insurance company, and possibly others is complex. Yes, the complex legal and regulatory web that can vary from state to state and even city to city doesn’t invite a quick and smooth passage to the closing.

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Opinion: Will AI usher in real estate’s “Model T” moment?

Housing Wire

HOA requirements and documentation: a case in point. As a case in point, let’s look at the settlement requirement to navigate homeowners associations (HOA) and their vast and disparate array of documents and requirements. The result is thousands of HOAs with thousands of varying requirements and mounds of varying documentation.

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Porch Group’s insurance carrier Homeowners of America placed under regulatory supervision

Housing Wire

Porch Group announced that its insurance subsidiary Homeowners of America (HOA) has been placed under temporary supervision by Texas regulators. Vesttoo’s alleged fraudulent activity is an unfortunate event for insurance carriers and the reinsurance industry alike,” Matt Ehrlichman, CEO of Porch Group, said in a statement.

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Opinion: More should be done to shorten the average time to close

Housing Wire

The process of orchestrating the collaboration of lenders, appraisers, home inspectors, one or two real estate agents, a title insurance company and possibly others is complex. And the complex legal and regulatory web that can vary from state to state and even city to city doesn’t invite a quick and smooth passage to the closing.

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Understanding the Math of Profitable Investment Properties

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These may include property taxes, insurance, maintenance and repairs, property management fees, and any homeowner association (HOA) dues. Be sure to factor in all associated costs, including mortgage interest, property taxes, and insurance. Additionally, factor in a contingency for unforeseen expenses.

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Renting? 5 zoning rules to know before you rent your home

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In addition to rental rates, deciding who covers utilities, insurance implications, and lease terms, there are other things you need to be aware of that aren’t as obvious. Clear your plans with your HOA (if you have one). Read your bylaws carefully and ask the HOA any questions that you’re not clear on.

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