When it comes to closings, title insurance may seem like an unnecessary or extra cost that can be avoided with little consequence. That could not be further from the truth. Title insurance is the ultimate form of long-term protection when it comes to one of the largest financial decisions of many people’s lives. So, what… Read more »
Thinking of using Generative AI for your estate planning? Discover why an attorney is a more reliable source. Although it has become a hot topic in recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been around for decades. The most common AI function that many people use every day is auto correct on their phone or computer…. Read more »
“I LOVE YOU WILLS”: A NOT-SO-FUNNY VALENTINE In honor of Valentine’s Day, we will focus on the trappings of so-called “I Love You Wills”. An “I Love You Will” is a simplified Last Will and Testament that directs that upon your death, everything in your name will be left to your spouse. Your spouse typically… Read more »
Civil litigation is the formal process for dispute resolution, typically through the court system, but sometimes through alternative dispute resolution systems, such as arbitration. If there is a contract between the parties in dispute, the contract may specify that arbitration rather than a lawsuit must be pursued to resolve disputes between the parties. Arbitration is less… Read more »
When working with a closing agent such as a title company or law firm, one of the first steps in their closing process should always be to order, review and circulate a title search or commitment. A title search is prepared to include a list of items that must be resolved, prior to issuing the… Read more »
