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Georgia looks to protect residents from title theft with new law

Housing Wire

Under the new law, if a deed or mortgage is filed with the clerk of a superior court for recording by a self-filer i.e., a person who is not an insurance agent, attorney, bank or credit union agent, mortgage lender or servicer, land surveyor or public official it must be submitted via electronic filing.

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Chris Morton, ALTA ready to tackle title industry challenges

Housing Wire

Chris Morton has taken the helm at the American Land Title Association (ALTA) as the title insurance industry faces challenges on multiple fronts — from regulatory pressure and a slow housing market to increased cybersecurity threats. BH: What is something in the title industry that excites you right now?

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What is a Special Warranty Deed, and Should You Buy a House With One?

Redfin

.” Example scenario Imagine Sarah buys a house from a bank after it went through foreclosure. The bank provides a special warranty deed. Two years later, Sarah discovers there’s an old, unreleased lien on the property from the previous owner, dating back five years before the bank even took possession.

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Top Frequently Asked Questions From Home Sellers

Rochester Real Estate

Every municipality is different, but in general, when making an improvement or change to a piece of property or land, a certificate of compliance (and/or permit) is required. What are some common bank required repairs? If a home buyer is obtaining financing from bank, the bank will complete an appraisal.

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The best hard money lenders in 2025 + hard money loans explained

Housing Wire

Interest rates: Unlike traditional banks, hard money lenders set their own interest rates. While some lenders claim they can close in as little as five days, most transactions take about two weeks due to necessary title searches and documentation. Ensure the lender supports your investment strategy.

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Opinion: The risk from Fannie Mae’s mission creep

Housing Wire

As we witnessed with the recent bank failures , financial institutions that move beyond their mission and scope can introduce significant risk to consumers and taxpayers. For a home valued at $250,000, the cost of an owner’s title insurance policy is approximately $1,250, depending on the state of residence.

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The AOL debate rages on

Housing Wire

Many in the title industry would argue that Fannie Mae ’s acceptance of AOLs is a big deal. “We We strongly believe that title insurance is, and always will be, essential,” the American Land Title Association wrote in an email to HousingWire in April 2022.