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Vigilant agents across the country are helping create a safer, stronger industry By Adam Mohrbacher From the rolling hills of Missouri to the coastal plains of Florida, fraud continues to threaten real estate transactions across the country. In response, an…
Exciting legislative developments in the Lone Star State offer new tools to prosecutors and stronger protections for property owners. By Adam Mohrbacher For most homeowners, a deed represents safety, stability, and legacy. Deed fraud turns that certainty upside down. With…
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From eager beavers to phantom fraudsters, here are the tricks you need to watch out for. The world of title insurance is full of highs and lows. On the positive side, title agents often get to help aspiring buyers achieve…