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To protect your assets do you want
  • perfect issuance of title policies and endorsements?
  • reliable closing and disbursements of funds?
  • trustworthy closing coordination?
  • complete closing preparation?
  • professional escrow services?
  • affordable title insurance?
With 20 years experience we guarantee professional and friendly service to protect YOUR assets.
         

What is title insurance?

  Title Insurance protects purchasers against loss and is accomplished by the issuance of a title insurance policy, which states that if the status of the title to a parcel of real property is other than as represented, and if the insured suffers a loss as a result of title defect, the insurer will reimburse the insured for that loss and any related legal expenses, up to the face amount of the policy.  

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    The primary purpose of title insurance is to eliminate risks and prevent losses caused by defects in title arising out of events that have happened in the past. To achieve this goal, title insurers perform an extensive search of the public records to determine whether there are any adverse claims to the subject real estate. Those claims are either eliminated prior to the issuance of a title policy or their existence is excepted from coverage.   Twitter Link
         

Do I need Title Insurance?

  Most definitely! Title insurance is a means of protecting yourself from financial loss in the event that problems develop regarding the rights to ownership of your property. There may be hidden title defects that even the most careful title search will not reveal. In addition to protection from financial loss, title insurance pays the cost of defending against any covered claim.    
         

Why an Owner’s Title Policy when the lender already requires Title Insurance, won't that protect me?

  Not necessarily. Your lender will most likely require that you purchase a Lender's Policy. This policy only insures that the financial institution has a valid, enforceable lien on the property. Most lenders require this type of insurance, and typically require the borrower to pay for it.
An Owner's Policy on the other hand is designed to protect you from title defects that existed prior to the issue date of your policy. Title troubles, such as improper estate proceedings or pending legal action, could put your equity at serious risk. If a valid claim is filed, in addition to financial loss up to the face amount of the policy, your owner's title policy covers the full cost of any legal defense of your title.