In real estate transactions, the customer experience (CX) is just as important as accuracy and speed. Every successful closing is a testament to the trust and coordination needed to handle high-stakes financial decisions, and it’s crucial that clients are able to walk away from these transactions feeling confident and secure following what is often … Read More
As we move into the second quarter of 2026 and the height of the spring real estate season, it’s an ideal moment to look back on the first few months of what has been an unexpectedly turbulent year. The Q1 market was largely defined by uncertainty. What began with early optimism quickly gave way … Read More
Welcome back to part two of our series on how to “talk title.” If you missed it, go back and read part one, where we covered several foundational terms and concepts, including the difference between title and deed, title search and examination terms, and understanding the title commitment. In this installment, we’ll dive deeper … Read More
Every real estate transaction involves title, but many buyers, agents, and even newer attorneys aren’t always familiar with all of the terminology. Misunderstanding these terms can create confusion, delays, and unnecessary concern. By knowing the basics, buyers can approach the transaction with knowledge and know-how, and professionals can empower their clients to make confident … Read More
In every property transfer, title insurance is a must — it protects against defects in ownership that occurred before closing and ensures there are no issues or disparities concerning property ownership down the line. While most buyers are aware of title insurance itself, it’s a little less common to have a thorough understanding of … Read More
In today’s increasingly digital world, safeguarding real estate transactions against fraud has never been more critical. As technology continues to play a larger role in how transactions are conducted, the risk of wire fraud, identity theft, and cybercrime has also grown. To ensure your transaction remains secure from start to finish, Landtrust Title utilizes … Read More
FinCEN, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, is a bureau within the U.S. Department of the Treasury. It aims to safeguard our financial systems from activities like money laundering, terrorist financing, and other illicit financial threats. The bureau carries out this mission by collecting, analyzing, and disseminating financial data. Effective March 1, 2026, FinCEN will … Read More
Mortgage rates feel like they’re constantly on the move—and in many ways, they are. Even slight shifts can impact affordability, buyer demand and the structure of a real estate transaction. For real estate pros and attorneys, understanding why mortgage rates rise and fall isn’t just helpful, it’s essential for advising clients, drafting contracts and … Read More
2025 was another landmark year in real estate — a year filled with ups and downs, contentious legal battles, shocking headlines, and everything in between. If you missed it, we started the year with a 2025 outlook, or an informed forecast of the year ahead. We then followed up each quarter, recapping the biggest … Read More
As we look ahead, the 2026 housing market is shaping up to be a turning point. After a few sluggish years, conditions may finally align for a meaningful rebound, but it won’t be evenly felt across all segments. Nothing is set in stone — as we all know, conditions in the real estate market … Read More
