Category: News & Updates
Searching for a Title Service Company? You’ve Found One – Here’s Why
- Published on Thursday, 25 September 2014 10:59
- Written by First National Title Company
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If you don’t frequently buy and sell property, you may find yourself unaware of how important it is to work with a true quality title service company. Searching for quality real estate title companies usually appears on your to-do list only when buying or selling a home, something most of us don’t do often.
However, it’s for that very reason you should take the search seriously when the time comes. A real estate transaction is a major financial commitment, commonly a lifetime commitment involving a property you have or will call home.
The 1031 Exchange Made Simple: It Could Be Right Up Your Alley
- Published on Tuesday, 23 September 2014 10:43
- Written by First National Title Company
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Those who aren’t in the real estate business may have never even heard the term “1031 exchange,” but that doesn’t necessarily mean it is of no use to you. In particular, a 1031 Exchange could be particularly useful if you’re planning to sell one investment property and purchase another.
To be clear, the 1031 exchange, or “like-kind exchange,” must follow strict rules set forth by the Internal Revenue Service. (Check with your tax attorney and/or your CPA to determine what these rules are.)
Your Title Examination: Along with the Key to Your New Home, Don’t Forget the Key to Financial Security
- Published on Friday, 15 August 2014 15:33
- Written by First National Title Company
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A very important concept to understand as part of home ownership is the importance of home title insurance. An owner’s title policy protects the buyer, as opposed to lender’s title insurance. As the name implies, the latter provides coverage only to the lender. If a title’s chain of ownership is challenged this difference can be a very significant distinction.
Market Is Ripe for Selling Land: Close Your Deal Successfully with Expert Land Title Services
- Published on Tuesday, 29 July 2014 15:43
- Written by First National Title Company
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The current real estate market is increasingly turning toward investment in potential cash-flowing properties – and your raw land may exhibit great potential for buyers.
If you’re interested in selling land, you already have the advantage of a ripe market. However, investors are looking for specific characteristics when seeking out new opportunities.
The Title Insurance Process: What You Need to Know
- Published on Monday, 21 July 2014 13:52
- Written by First National Title Company
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Because there are so many decisions to make when purchasing a home, some parts of the process may seem confusing. This confusion is especially evident when it comes to the intricacies of title insurance.
First National Title Company (FNTC) takes the mystery out of the title search and insurance. Both are always recommended before closing on real estate. With attention to detail and professionalism, FNTC guides our clients from purchase agreement to closing.
First National Title Company has been verified by a 3rd Party, Erwin & Co., to be in compliance with ALTA Best Practices. Click the ALTA logo to see the Erwin & Co. report.
