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Beyond Closing: The Important Roles of an Underwriter As far back as the 17th century, English insurance brokers found individuals to issue coverage for risky ventures. Their name would be written under text that described the venture and the total risk they’d accept...

Know Before You Grow: The Most Common Questions People Ask Before Starting a Title Company  1. Am I qualified to own my own title company? a. Title can be complicated, and having connections in the industry is almost imperative when starting your own title company....

Building Your Book of Title Business: Why the Right Connections Are Key Celebrated fashion designer and filmmaker Tom Ford once said, “The most important things in life are the connections you make with others.” The same could be said about the title industry, where...

Social Media Matters: How the Title Industry Can Harness This Powerful Marketing Tool As a title company owner, you may already know that an effective marketing plan is a must for promoting your brand to both existing and potential customers. However, you may not be...

Weathering the Storms: What a Recession Means for the Title Industry While the post-pandemic period has seen its share of economic woes, the nation is not currently in a recession. Still, in this age of uncertainty, many in the title industry may wonder if another...

Marketing Musts for Title Companies: How to Bring in More Clients   No matter the industry, the value of a solid strategic marketing plan can’t be overstated. It’s how you promote your services, attract potential clients and build and maintain relationships. The...

When Title Puts You to the TestCommon Complex Title Issues and How to Solve Them While the title industry has been protecting the American dream of home ownership for decades, it’s no secret that operating a title company is a complex business. Real estate property is...

‘Tis the Season: Invest in Cross-Training During Lower Volume Times There’s a chill in the air and the first snowflakes have fallen — which signifies the annual switch from the busy warm-weather housing season to a quieter time for home buying and obtaining mortgage...

Maintaining Profitability in a Declining Market   Decades-high inflation … supply chain issues … increasing oil prices … rising rates. The post-pandemic world is experiencing unprecedented market challenges. Across nearly all industries, it seems volatility is...

Is a Joint Venture the Best Fit for Your Title Company?   As the constantly changing real estate market continues to ebb and flow, many professionals are looking for ways to add additional revenue. Title agency ownership is often a topic of discussion among...