Category Archive: Real Estate News

One of the biggest stories of the year? Seller impersonation fraud.
As 2023 winds down, it’s (sadly) safe to say this was the year of the seller impersonation scam in the real estate world. One survey said 73% of title agents like us have reported a spike in these attempts this year compared to 2022. “Seller impersonation fraud has now grown into the fastest fraud vector that we’re […]
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Five Things to Remember When Hanging Those Holiday Lights!
‘Tis the season to transform your home into a winter wonderland, and what better way to do it than by channeling your inner- Clark Griswold with a dazzling display of holiday lights? Whether you’ve recently closed with us and are settling into a new home, or simply aiming to up your holiday decorating game, creating […]
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Protect your credit score with 4 tips this season
Our favorite time of the year is here. The holiday season is a time of warmth, joy, and spending time with loved ones, and, yes, it’s also a time of gift-giving. But as you make your shopping list and check it twice, make sure you’re thinking about your long-term financial health – especially if you’re […]
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3 Gratitude Tips Better Than Your Thanksgiving Leftovers
As we near the end of 2023, it’s no secret we’ve all faced our fair share of challenges in the real estate market, and there’s no telling what 2024 might hold. While last week was all about giving thanks, gratitude isn’t something we should only practice once a year. There are timeless habits we can […]
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Just a few reasons we should all give back this season!
You’ve heard the phrase sharing is caring, and lots of us in real estate take that phrase to heart. Our team members and partners are caring professionals, but that giving attitude extends outside of the office, too. Whether you’re already active in the community or looking to lend a hand in the spirit of the […]
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4 easy ways to let your thankfulness shine this month
Gratitude transcends mere words; it’s an action that binds us with those who hold a special place in our lives. To help guide you, here is a cornucopia of ideas for you to practice an attitude of gratitude as we head toward the holiday meant to show how thankful we all are. Let your feelings […]
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3 reasons to be thankful for title insurance
We know title insurance isn’t the most exciting topic in the world, but it’s a very important one to us. That’s why we thought it would be a perfect time to talk about three reasons homeowners should appreciate an owner’s title insurance policy, especially during this Thanksgiving month. Dive into the many reasons title insurance […]
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3 pieces of advice to share with new homeowners
Writing this blog is all about sharing knowledge with our fellow real estate professionals, homeowners, and prospective homebuyers alike. It means we’re always looking for golden nuggets of wisdom and informative articles that benefit our readers. Why do we disclose this? Because one of our favorite articles over the last couple of years was this piece from […]
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Make sure you do these 3 things after getting a great review
During a month known for giving thanks – it’s time to talk about online reviews once again. Customer feedback is a topic we’ve covered multiple times – from the importance of solid testimonials, to how to get more of them, and the right ways to respond to a negative comment. This time, we’re only focused […]
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Here are 4 phrases to use as a grateful listener
We all know that one of the major keys to a smooth transaction is good communication. It’s something that everyone in real estate strives to provide, and our customers expect from us. If you’ve worked with our teams before, you know we pride ourselves on the customer experience. However, we’re always looking for ways to […]
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