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Why lenders should be asking for a title check at loan application

Housing Wire

And all of this helps create a more integrated (and more importantly, streamlined) lender-title workflow that empowers the collective to achieve the all-elusive 5-day close for home equity or 10-day close for refinance. As we continue into 2023, what role do title data and workflow insights play in doing this?

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Can AI launch the title industry into the future in 2024?

Housing Wire

With its four largest firms all at least 100 years old, the title insurance industry has a bit of a reputation for being antiquated and technology averse. “I The title industry has worked hard over the last few years to shed that reputation. There is a lot of excitement about what you can do with data.

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Can You Put an Offer on a House That’s Contingent?

RIS Media

Real estate listings go through different stages. The title search reveals issues. Whenever you’re purchasing real estate, a title search is one of the standard boxes that must be checked. The title needs to be clean. Here’s all you should know about contingent sales as a potential home buyer.

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Top Tips and Considerations For Buying Land

Realty Biz

Each stage demands careful consideration to avoid common pitfalls and ensure the land meets your long-term objectives. The real estate attorney you are using should conduct a title search to ensure no liens against the property. They know the local building industry better than larger financial institutions.

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Heads Up Seller: You’re on the Hook for Paying Both Real Estate Agents’ Commission

HomeLight

Staging: Staging involves decluttering and styling your home, so it looks as attractive as possible. The Real Estate Staging Association reports that staged properties typically sell 86% faster than unstaged homes. Your agent may bring in pieces of furniture or use virtual staging to attract buyers. Buyer’s agents.

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Best Methods For Quickly Selling Your Home

Realty Biz

By enhancing the curb appeal, making necessary repairs and improvements, and staging your home for maximum impact , you can attract potential buyers and increase the chances of a swift sale. Staging Your Home for Maximum Impression Effective staging can help buyers envision themselves living in your home.

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Don’t Wait—Automate!

The Residential Specialist

There’s a lot of fear about industries fully automating and kicking workers to the curb, but real estate is one of those industries that needs a human-to-human connection,” says DelRose, director of marketing for The Mike DelRose Team, a RE/MAX Revolution office in Watertown, Massachusetts. REALTOR ® Mike DelRose Jr.