In December, HousingWire spoke to Flueid about the concept of instant title and why it is a misnomer for mortgage lenders. As a follow-up, HousingWire sat down with Peter Richter, co-founder and ...

When a property has a clear title, that means the title is free from liens or other claims that could call its ownership into question. If you're buying a home with a mortgage, your lender will ...

Amy Fontinelle is a freelance writer, researcher and editor who brings a journalistic approach to personal finance content. Since 2004, she has worked with lenders, real estate agents, consultants, ...

A title search ensures that there are no hidden claims on the property that could impact the ownership rights of the buyer. The search is typically performed by a title company or attorney and can ...

TxDMV puts brakes on title fraud, starts using national database to check title applications Texans urged to “Don’t Buy a Wreck. Do a Title Check.” AUSTIN - The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles ...

A title search is a review of public records to confirm legal ownership of a property. It’s one of the most crucial steps when you’re closing on a house, and you can expect your mortgage lender to ...