Do I Need Owner’s Title Insurance for a Condo?
Title insurance is just as available for condominium owners or buyers as it is for those who own larger, standalone properties. When you apply for owner’s title insurance for a condominium, a title search will be conducted to check for any defects, liens, or delinquencies tied to the condo by a previous owner – or […]
Do I Need a Deed When I Sell My House?
You’re ready to sell your home, but there’s one alarming problem: you can’t seem to find your deed. You may have packed it away, you may have misplaced it, or it could have gotten destroyed in a disaster such as a fire or a flood. But, don’t worry–that single physical copy of your deed is […]
What to Look for in a Title Company
When purchasing a home there are hundreds of decisions you have to make. Some of those decisions are easy and have little bearing on the overall process of purchasing a home. Some decisions, however, require a little more research and consideration. Choosing a title company is a big decision, because having a clean title is […]
Who Usually Pays for Title Insurance?
You already know you need title insurance. But when the time comes to pay, who usually pays for a new title insurance policy? With all of the confusion and excitement of closing on your house, knowing which party is going to handle the title insurance is going to take some of the pressure off of […]
Advice for Purchasing a Condo
Are you in the market for a condominium? These properties are incredibly popular all across the nation and for good reason. A condo, short for condominium, is a building owned by multiple people where each unit is individually owned. This type of housing environment brings a unique set of pros and cons. This means, when […]
Is Title Insurance the Same as Homeowners Insurance?
Homeowners insurance is a necessary, integral part of purchasing and owning a home. While title insurance might sound like a similar idea at face value, the two types of coverage are actually very different, and this difference is vital in understanding how you can protect yourself and your home. If you’re ready to buy a […]
Using LinkedIn as a Lender to Make More Sales
In the past, close relationships between lenders and their customers (realtors and mortgage shoppers) were largely developed over a few cups of coffee or a few cold ones. In 2016, not so much. Many professional connections previously made in person, face-to-face are now made online. A striking number are created using the social network made […]
How to Get Started Selling Reverse Mortgages
If you are looking to capitalize on the lucrative field of reverse mortgages, the onus is on you to give your team the tools and the information they need to thrive. To make reverse mortgages a profitable niche of your business, you team must be armed with specific information. Armour Title Company Company is here […]
Loan Officers: Don’t Forget Your Real Goals
Don’t Forget Your Big Goals Every loan officer in the country has goals, spanning the simple: “Here’s what I need to get done today” to the “Here’s the number of loans I want to close this month.” But beyond these short-term and intermediate goals are long-term goals, like opening a mortgage business or climbing the […]
Specific Factors to Focus on When Selling an ARM Mortgage
Many buyers believe that the stability of a set payment makes a fixed-rate mortgage the smarter choice. As a loan officer, you have the ability to change their minds through education if you want to sell adjustable-rate mortgages. These tips will help you succeed. Focus On The Value Of ARMs To make buyers fully comprehend […]