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Some title insurance policies protect against home title theft. Does yours?

Housing Wire

Moreover, legal services will cost at least $5,000 and likely much more. Despite this grim outlook, there is a title insurance product that offers homeowners immediate peace of mind. They should be prepared for some pushback, as even many title insurance professionals are unaware of this option. The damage has already been done.

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Remote online notarization is the proper path forward for digital closings

Housing Wire

In business, kaizen refers to activities that continuously improve all functions and involve all employees from the top down. In 2017, the associations collaborated to create standard legislation that is safe for consumers, ensures the transaction can be insurable and is technology neutral.

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Banking agencies get deluge of feedback on CRA proposal

Housing Wire

Some of the nearly 360 comments came in late on Thursday, a day before the deadline imposed by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency , the Federal Reserve and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. Some think that the proposed rule already addresses concerns that including race more explicitly would draw a legal challenge.

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My Interview with the Senior Marketing Manager at CubiCasa

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Now our app is used in 172 countries, we have more than 1 million floor plans produced and our use cases range from real estate photographers, appraisers, agents, property managers, HVAC contractors, insurance and home inspectors, space planners, software developers & other professionals all around the world.

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How to Avoid Scams as a New Homeowner

Eppraisal

    Exploitive Lending and Mortgage Relief There have been 35 mortgage relief scams filed by the Federal Trade Commission in recent years, in which scammers promise to negotiate your rate with mortgage lenders, audit loan paperwork or provide legal services for a fee. Some pretend to be with the government.  Other

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8 Essential Steps on How to Rent Out Your House: A Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide

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Reach out to past landlords for references to get a well-rounded picture of each applicant. It protects both you and your tenant by outlining responsibilities, expectations, and legal obligations. Safeguard Your Investment with Insurance Landlord insurance protects you from financial risks.

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Using Equity To Buy A Second Home

D Fritz Appraisals

However, refinancing will also incur additional closing costs, such as appraisal fees and legal expenses, which the borrower should consider before making a decision.