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Why title insurance is essential to the U.S. system of property rights

Housing Wire

system of property rights is unique For over 250 years, our system favoring the free transfer of real estate between private parties without prior government approval has built wealth and fostered economic growth. The advantage of this system of local property records is that it keeps the claims to ownership close to the property itself.

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Evernest acquires Poplar Homes and $15M in tech-focused funding

Housing Wire

Evernest already offers services including brokerage , maintenance, renovation, insurance and lending. It combines its platform with local teams to carry out these services. But Evernest has a vision that goes beyond localized employee-focused service.

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Banning property taxes in Florida gains traction among lawmakers

Housing Wire

Flood insurance can assist with recovery after a flooding incident, but most homeowners insurance does not cover flood damage.” ” But another big driver of the growing opposition to rising property taxes is its impact on the older population, a large and growing segment of Floridas overall population.

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Fannie Mae: Policymakers should look elsewhere to improve affordability

Housing Wire

The paper argues that while mortgage costs — including mortgage insurance, guaranty fees and loan-level price adjustments — are often the focus of policymakers looking to address affordability, other costs make up most of the overall cost of housing. An FHFA spokesperson declined to comment on the research.

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The Importance of Tax Escrow Payment Processing for Mortgage Servicer Operations

Appraisal Buzz

Mortgage tax escrow payments for local property owners and government processors continue to serve as a crucial source of revenue for local governments. Among these payments, timely settlement of local property taxes holds particular significance.

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Real estate newsletters: The ultimate playbook (+ 49 topic ideas & subject lines)

Housing Wire

” “From Primary Residence to Rental: Your Conversion Guide” Maintenance & homeownership “Your [Season] Home Maintenance Guide” “Smart Home Upgrades That Actually Save You Money” “The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Home Insurance” “DIY or Call a Pro?

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Unwrapping what to expect in your home inspection, appraisal and closing

Housing Wire

A qualified appraiser will compare recent sales of similar local properties, market trends and conduct a visual inspection of the home’s interior and exterior to determine the property’s fair market value. For example, an appraiser will check the condition of the walls, roof, floors and the structure’s overall integrity.