Title insurance is an essential part of the real estate transaction process. It provides protection for both homebuyers and lenders against any unforeseen issues that may arise with the property’s title. While title insurance aims to offer peace of mind, there are...
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...
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...
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 –...
