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Selecting The Right Title Company Can Help Prevent Fraud
As a real estate professional, you do your best to educate and protect your clients from fraud and scams. You watch for anything suspicious, such as requests to sell a property below market value, communication only through electronic means, or requests for a remote...
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Why Wills Matter in Real Estate Transactions
When it comes to transferring property after someone passes away, a valid will can make all the difference. For real estate professionals and their clients, understanding how wills impact real estate transactions can help avoid costly delays, probate issues, or even...
Navigating Real Estate After a Natural Disaster: How Title and Escrow Support a Safe Closing
When a natural disaster strikes—whether it’s a wildfire, flood, hurricane, or mudslide—the immediate priority is safety and community recovery. But for real estate professionals, the long-term impact on property transactions can last for months or even years. Buyers...
Summer’s Here! Consider these Safety Tips for Your Pet
As temperatures climb, our pets face specific seasonal risks. By being informed and prepared, you can ensure a safe and joyful summer for your furry companions. 1. Stay Cool & Hydrated Always have fresh, cool water available—indoors, in the yard, and on the go....
Kitsap County Recording Fees Are Changing!
Kitsap County recording fees are changing, particularly for assignments and substitutions of previously recorded deeds of trust. Effective July 27, 2025, the fee for these documents will increase to $301.50 for the first page. This increase is due to HB 1858 - 2025-26...
Land Title’s Mason County Escrow Department has Grown!
Still “Thinking about it?!” We still have space for you to get 3 Clock Hours!
What Every Real Estate Broker Should Know (and Be Able to Explain) About Title
Be able to have confident conversations, and smoother closings with fewer surprises! Let’s face it—of all the documents in a transaction, the preliminary title report doesn’t exactly top the list of “most exciting reads.” But if you’re looking to grow your business,...
Understanding Property Valuation: Market Value vs. Assessed Value in Kitsap County
Property values can raise a lot of questions. Whether you're a homeowner, potential buyer, or just keeping an eye on your investment, it's important to understand how property is valued for tax purposes—and why the numbers you see might not always match up with other...
