Title searching, the profession that traces property ownership through fat deed books and legal mumbo-jumbo, is not likely to replace Hollywood gossip or sports scores as a topic of barroom ...

Although much has been written about jobs in real estate sales, little has been reported about title searching. The American Land Title Association, based in Washington, represents 2,000 member ...

Artificial intelligence (AI), predictive underwriting, and blockchain technology are becoming more common in today’s real estate industry. As a result, professionals in the title and foreclosure ...

When a property has a clear title, that means the title is free from liens or other claims that could call its ownership into question. If you're buying a home with a mortgage, your lender will ...

After a cyberattack forced a three-week shutdown of much of Suffolk County’s digital infrastructure, its clerk’s office will resume in-person title searches next week. In an email sent to title ...

Title companies play several key roles in common real estate transactions. Title companies generally act as the combined agent of the insurance company, the buyer, the seller, and any other parties ...

A title search is a review of public records to confirm legal ownership of a property. It’s one of the most crucial steps when you’re closing on a house, and you can expect your mortgage lender to ...

A title search ensures that there are no hidden claims on the property that could impact the ownership rights of the buyer. The search is typically performed by a title company or attorney and can ...