Category Archive: Real Estate Guide

09/1/26

Let’s be honest: RESPA sounds intimidating. But there’s no reason to worry if you’re doing things right every day. After all, staying compliant shouldn’t be a battle. In fact, you can use it as proof that you always put clients first!  Here’s what to know:  RESPA stands for the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act, and […]

08/25/26

You may have seen the USA Today piece suggesting members of Gen Z want to live at home, but the data behind it tells a slightly different story, at least regarding this younger generation’s real estate goals.  That’s why we dove into the Clever Real Estate survey to spotlight some figures our fellow property professionals […]

08/18/26

These days, it feels like everything is recorded – and new data suggests that’s true even for the home showings or open houses you attend as a prospective buyer. As your trusted partner in the closing process, our teams want to make sure you’re prepared. According to LendingTree, 56% of recent home sellers said recording […]

08/11/26

You know online reviews are important. People have been saying it for years: consumers trust digital testimonials just as much as their friends and family. In fact, 97% of people say they read online reviews before making a purchase decision, and companies without recent reviews raise red flags. However, there are a few new factors […]

08/3/26

Our branches appreciate your investor and commercial business, too! That’s why we’re highlighting a specific transaction type that can be a powerful tool for investors of all sizes. Yes, we’re talking about Internal Revenue Code section 1031 exchanges. A 1031 exchange allows property owners to defer capital gains taxes on the sale of an investment […]

07/28/26

Open houses aren’t just for spring and summer. They can be a valuable way to showcase a home and meet with prospective clients well into the back half of the year. As we approach a new school year, motivated buyers are still looking to move. Whether you’re a homeowner preparing to sell or an agent […]

07/21/26

As much as we love using this space to celebrate the joys of homeownership, it’s time to address a less-than-fun topic: buyer’s remorse. Why? We want everyone to be happy with their real estate purchase when they use one of our branches — not just on Closing Day, but for years to come! That’s why […]

07/14/26

While we typically use this blog as a great educational resource for all things homebuying, you should know that our teams can also facilitate commercial closings. So, let’s talk about commercial real estate (CRE). Similar to the residential world, no one knows exactly what’s ahead, but here are a few trends to keep an eye […]

07/1/26

Data Driven Farming. Delivered. Property Profiles at Your Fingertips Click on any property and access Property Profiles, Aerial & Street View Maps, and all other property info. Find the BEST Farming Areas by Turnover Rate “Statistics” by Title Toolbox will group and sort a city or area from highest to lowest turnover rate. This pinpoints […]

06/30/26

We wanted to use this week’s blog to talk about a money-related topic. While we always suggest asking a loan officer or financial adviser any specific financial questions, we wanted to talk about home equity! Why? Because No. 1) it’s one of the top reasons homeownership rocks, and No. 2) the topic will be discussed […]