Housing Wire

DECEMBER 5, 2022

As the mortgage rate environment became increasingly volatile in August and early September, one in three title insurers reported order volume that was below or far below average. That’s according to PropLogix ’s fifth annual “State of the Title Industry” report.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 15, 2021

The title insurance and settlement services provider was originally bought b y Solutionstar Holdings , an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Nationstar Mortgage Holdings (Mr. Why use several vendors for title searches, appraisals and underwriting when you can use one? Streamline by combining services.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 24, 2021

In a flurry of moves, TitleWave Real Estate Solutions of Jacksonville, Florida has announced a new location in Colorado, two new executive hires, and the launch of its title and search report technology. Jeremy Wohlford will be the company’s new title examiner. And Pennsylvania-based Title Alliance Ltd.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

A small issue within the title process can have an impact on the length of the closing process, impacting mortgage lenders and borrowers. HousingWire recently spoke with Dave Steinmetz, Division President of Origination Services for ServiceLink, on what tools lenders should leverage to streamline home equity title and closing.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 31, 2022

Over the last 20 years, finding a home and applying for a mortgage have become highly digitized. Once title & escrow operations get powered by a modern technology infrastructure, all other parties in the real estate ecosystem such as mortgage lenders and real estate brokerages could connect to accelerate their own innovation as well. “We

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

When people think about the title insurance industry , what comes to mind is often its core products – title insurance policies that protect property rights of homeowners and lenders. As an industry, our commitment to protection goes beyond title insurance policies.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 30, 2021

Another key takeaway – and a constant theme during the pandemic – is how technology liberated consumers and professionals alike. Technology harnesses desperation to fuel the change that drives the consumer experience. We already knew technology to be a dynamic and fluid panacea for many delays and glitches.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

It is no secret that 2021 posed a variety of challenges for the title insurance industry. High demand for housing coupled with low mortgage rates led to an increase in both purchase and refinance transactions, pushing many firms to expand their capacity. Stewart Information Services Corporation was no exception. percent compared to 6.8

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Housing Wire

MAY 21, 2021

Texas-based technology company RamQuest announced its title and closing digital network — called “Closing Market” — has integrated with SearchCONNECT , an affiliate of Investors Title and National Investors Title Insurance Company , which provides search solutions in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2021

The closing process, that time between underwriting approval and the actual closing, is the mortgage industry’s not-so-secret Achilles’ heel. But the fact is that it takes an average of 47 days to close a mortgage (according to Ellie Mae as of September 2020 ). There’s just a lot more to a purchase mortgage. More emotion.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2021

In today’s low interest rate, high-volume market, lenders need a way to manage their mortgage volume while providing a consistent, high-quality customer experience. ServiceLink’s EXOS Title engine automates the title search, pulling available land records data together to create a complete property profile.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 22, 2021

HousingWire recently spoke with Robert Karraa, President of First American Data & Analytics , on how lenders can better identify fraud risks and errors in mortgage applications. AI Score uses our proprietary predictive fraud indices, employing both natural and artificial intelligence as well as machine learning technologies.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 11, 2021

Others are one-time closing costs expenses, which may include: loan origination fees, application fee, mortgage broker fee, title insurance, appraisal fees, title search fee and other miscellaneous payments. Closing costs vary from state to state, but not all home buyers are aware of the expenses prior to closing.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 13, 2022

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.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 28, 2024

Then, they think about the mortgage : a good rate, good monthly payments, and approval. One would be hard-pressed to find many title agencies that aren’t using some level of technology in that regard. The good news is that this trend towards a general adoption of technology seems to be accelerating.

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Real Trends

MARCH 9, 2022

When property is transferred from one owner to another, there may be undiscovered tax liens, forged signatures, recording errors, undisclosed easements, title claims or other defects. Despite strides made by technology to streamline the process of title searches, the title industry remains a people-centered industry.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

One would be hard-pressed to find many title agencies that aren’t using some level of technology in that regard. Other complex and time-consuming tasks addressed by improved technology include title searches, document preparation, lien releases and even the closing itself, as RON and digital closings gain adoption rapidly.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 31, 2021

Every real estate transaction—whether it is backed by a mortgage or is an all-cash deal—requires a determination of ownership and a clear transfer of title. That said, many companies still rely on legacy systems and manual processes to procure, search, and examine title. Robert Karraa, President.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 6, 2023

After a few years of nothing less than an automation revolution in the title industry, market uncertainty and declining volume are now testing just how effective our efforts have been. Some of the highest volume tasks, as well, have increasingly become automated — things like lien searches or policy production, maybe order entry.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 12, 2022

According to the loan software firm ICE Mortgage Technology, it took 50 days on average to close on a purchase loan for a house, as of Q3 2021. Source: Ice Mortgage Technologies , Data for Sept. The buyer will sign the brunt of the paperwork, especially if they are securing a mortgage. Clear title: 15-30 days.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 3, 2022

An iBuyer uses technology to value the home, sometimes performs a walkthrough, and may adjust the price based on the cost of needed repairs. In addition, the risks of a settlement cancellation or delay are higher with a traditional sale, especially if the buyer is purchasing the home with a mortgage. Title search.

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HomeLight

APRIL 15, 2022

They find this offer to be satisfactory and are able to close in days without mortgage lender involvement. An iBuyer is a deep-pocketed real estate technology company that uses digital tools to purchase homes directly from homeowners and close quickly. Title search. What is an iBuyer? Financing contingency.

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The Residential Specialist

JUNE 23, 2020

Even before the days of technology, people sat down and thought about the things they did every day, every week or every month, and came up with processes that allowed them to do those things very quickly. Although you can achieve basic automation without it, technology can enhance your automation game. Masterful marketing.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 9, 2021

Prognosticators are already suggesting the mortgage market has recently “peaked.” This was a major topic of discussion among mortgage lenders in 2018, our last whiff of a true purchase market. How hybrid title and valuations help increase lending efficiency. 2021 could still be a very good year for prepared businesses.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Altisource believes in helping clients stay ahead of changing industry demands and challenges with innovative solutions and technology. Trelix Mortgage Fulfillment Services Premium Title and Settlement Services Springhouse Valuations Vendorly Third-Party Oversight CastleLine Insurance Services Lenders One Cooperative.

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Redfin

JUNE 14, 2023

The city is also a hotbed for technology and research, with the Research Triangle Park (RTP) nearby, attracting top-notch companies and fostering innovation. This includes paying closing costs, signing the mortgage documents, and obtaining homeowner’s insurance. of the purchase price.

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HomeLight

MAY 24, 2022

Mortgage interest is tax-deductible , and many homeowners appreciate the deduction. If you only pay cash for the down payment, and take out a mortgage for the remainder of the purchase price, it keeps more money in your pocket. With a mortgage, the bank verifies that the buyer has the down payment available to close.

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HomeLight

APRIL 11, 2023

According to their website, they have been used by 1 million homeowners, and have the ability to present a cash offer even in cases where the homeowner is behind on their mortgage or facing foreclosure. The company gathers information from the homeowner, collects additional research about the property, and conducts a home tour.

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HomeLight

APRIL 11, 2023

Now an option for sellers in Waco and surrounding towns, this company offers to work with homeowners in a variety of situations, including those who are behind on mortgage payments. This company purchases both homes both in need of repair and those in good condition. Closing costs: Sellers pay no closing costs; We Buy Waco Houses covers them.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 24, 2022

They specialize in short sales, so sellers who have fallen behind on mortgage payments may take extra interest in their expertise. Title search. Cash-for-homes companies often handle title issues. Must clear title before you can sell home. Closing costs: Cash Buyer New Jersey pays the closing costs.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 10, 2022

I Buy IL will consider houses in any condition and any situation such as vacant homes or sellers that are upside down on their mortgages. Title search. Cash-for-homes companies often handle title issues. Must clear title before you can sell home. They promise a cash offer within 24 hours with no repairs necessary.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 10, 2022

It’ll also buy from sellers in any situation such as being upside down on a mortgage. Title search. Cash-for-homes companies often handle title issues. Must clear title before you can sell home. Mortgaged buyers use a financing contingency that could hold up the deal if the loan doesn’t clear.

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

In addition to his “we buy houses” services, owner Steven Hoeke also has a traditional local real estate firm to help people buy and sell houses, and he even helps potential buyers fix their credit so they qualify for a home mortgage. The business was founded in 2021.

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HomeLight

JULY 28, 2022

In addition, they are willing to work with sellers who are facing foreclosure or an underwater mortgage. Title search. Cash-for-homes companies often handle title issues. Must clear title before you can sell home. Mortgaged buyers use a financing contingency that could hold up the deal if the loan doesn’t clear.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 11, 2023

of the sale price), and any remaining mortgage balance. iBuyer companies offer sellers many of the same conveniences of other house-buying operations, but they also leverage automated valuation models (AVMs), which use algorithmic technology to apply historic and current market data to their estimates. Title search.

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

iBuyer companies offer sellers many of the same conveniences of other house-buying operations, but they also leverage algorithmic technology, otherwise known as automated valuation models (or AVMs), to make you a near instant offer on your home and provide a user-friendly, mostly online home sale experience. Title search.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 24, 2022

iBuyer companies offer sellers many of the same conveniences of other house-buying operations, but they also leverage algorithmic technology, otherwise known as automated valuation models (or AVMs), to make you a near-instant offer on your home and provide a user-friendly, mostly online home sale experience. Title search.

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