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Trade Groups Unite to Combat Deed Fraud

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brief include the American Land Title Association (ALTA) , AARP , Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) , National Association of Realtors (NAR) , National Notary Association (NNA) , and Property Records Industry Association (PRIA). Under previous law in New York state, deed theft itself was not a crime.

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Remote online notarization is the proper path forward for digital closings

Housing Wire

The American Land Title Association , the Mortgage Bankers Association and the National Association of Realtors all endorse the legislation. To appreciate this improvement to the closing process, you need to understand the various laws that allow for digital closings at different stages of the transaction. To date, 37 states and U.S.

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The title industry’s latest cat-and-mouse game: seller impersonation fraud

Housing Wire

You hear about people getting duped by people pretending to be title companies or Realtors and directing parties within the transaction,” said David Kennedy, the CEO of Fidelity Land Title Agency of Cincinnati. In Florida , Christian Ross of Ross Law | Ross Title is no stranger to seller impersonation fraud. billion, up from $6.9

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7 best real estate schools in Illinois (IL) for 2024

Housing Wire

Exam Prep: Colibri’s Exam Prep, Exam Prep Plus, and the Ultimate Prelicensing packages include CompuCram Exam Prep, which features interactive tools and pre-assessments created to help you retain real estate exam topics, including flashcards, vocabulary matching tools, and simulated tests that mirror the actual state exam. out of 5.

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Velocity Conference Presents Solutions for an Evolving Market

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In the Tax Lien session, Gregory Jacovini, Chief Operating Officer with Pro Capital, will discuss liens imposed upon a property by law in order to secure the payment of taxes. With your expertise and market knowledge, you understand what sells and what is most cost-effective and attractive in your market.

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How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Illinois (IL) in 5 Steps

Housing Wire

Special considerations for attorneys in Illinois Applying for your initial real estate broker license based on attorney status? To qualify for an Illinois broker license as an attorney, you must be at least 18 years old and be admitted to practice law by the Illinois Supreme Court.

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Real Estate Tech Trends for 2025

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Thankfully, technology will continue to play a pivotal role in not only advancing access and tools but also streamlining real estate processes and improving customer experiences. Realtors who embrace digital forms save time, reduce errors, and ensure a smooth, satisfactory client experience.