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How Does Escrow Work?

Friday, June 22nd, 2012

When you buy a house, you are bound to come across the term “escrow” at some point in the process. In the real estate arena, escrow could actually mean one of two different things, depending on the situation. Understanding how escrow works is essential if you want to make sure that the real estate deal is being handled appropriately. What is Escrow? It is basically a third party that handles things on your behalf when working with a third-party. They are there to ensure the integrity of transactions and to make sure that everyone is taken care of as they should be.

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How a Title Company Works

Friday, June 8th, 2012

When buying a house, part of the process involves transferring title of the property over to you. In many areas, this work is done by a title company at closing. Learning how a title company works in advance can help you know what to expect during the process of closing your mortgage and buying a new house.

What Do Title Companies Do?

Title companies do research on the titles of property, Continue Reading >>