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Quick Tips To Get Your Summer Garden Blooming
Spring has sprung and today is the first official day of summer. If you are finally finding time to tend your garden, don’t feel guilty â just get dirty!
The Importance of Deed Acknowledgements in Real Estate Transactions
In the world of real estate transactions, the significance of acknowledgements cannot be overstated. Whether you're a notary, a title examiner, or a real estate professional, understanding the requirements and potential pitfalls of acknowledgements is crucial. In this...
Navigating Power of Attorney in Real Estate Transactions
In real estate transactions, the use of a power of attorney can be a critical tool, especially when the principal is unable to be physically present to sign documents. Understanding the nuances of power of attorney in real estate transactions is crucial for all...
Recent Study Highlights Growing Significance of Fraud and Forgery Claims
By Zachary Greenfield, Esq., Underwriting Counsel, Stewart Title Insurance Company According to a recent study by consulting and actuarial group Milliman for the American Land Title Association, from 2013 to 2022, title insurance underwriters handled more than...
Equitable Mortgages in Massachusetts—What are they and how to “release” them from record title
By Mark A. Jones, Assoc. Senior Underwriting Counsel, Stewart Title Insurance Company Whenever reviewing title examinations, when we see a traditional recorded mortgage, we all know the process of getting the mortgage released of record. The payoff is ordered, funds...
Which Is Better : 15-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Or 30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage?
Which suits you best? The 15-year fixed rate mortgage or the 30-year one? These tips may help you decide.
Simple Real Estate Definitions : Right To Cancel
Refinancing homeowners are granted a 3-day “cooling off” period.
Is An FHA Mortgage Better Than A Conforming One?
The FHA is insuring a greater percentage of loans than during any time in recent history. In 2006, it insured roughly 5 percent of the purchase mortgage market. Today, it insures one-quarter. “Going FHA” is more common than ever before — but is it better?
NAR Proposed Settlement of Class Action Lawsuit
By: Rhonda Duddy, Esq., Massachusetts and New Hampshire Underwriting Counsel, Stewart Title The recently proposed NAR settlement comes after several years of litigation. The plaintiffs in the lawsuits are home sellers alleging that NAR and other organizations...
The Top 5 Ways AI Elevates Real Estate Marketing and Sales
Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized various industries, including real estate. Here is the top five ways AI can help real estate agents sell more houses: Predictive Analytics: AI algorithms can analyze vast amounts of data, including market trends,...