The Downdate newsletter is emailed monthly to TLTA members and covers industry, association and member news.

2026

April 2026

How Scammers Are Exploiting Public Records to Steal Your Money
How to Build a Superteam That Keeps Getting Better
ICYMI: Early Bird Pricing for TLTA's Annual Conference & Business Meeting Expires March 31
Title Tip: Understanding Surrender Credits on Vacant Land Policies
Thank You for a Successful Land Title School
ALTA Resource and Data: Behind Every Closing – The Complex Work of Clearing Title
Republic Title Announces Promotion of Melissa Schuelke to Executive Vice President of Commercial Operations
ICYMI: Showcase Your TLTA Membership

Security Insights: When a Calendar Invite Becomes a Cyber Weapon
Registration Now Open for TLTA's Annual Conference & Business Meeting
Title Tip: Why a Seller’s Marital Status Matters at Closing
In Memoriam: TLTA Mourns the Passing of Jack Rattikin III
Industry Leader Bruce Goldston Retires After Decades of Service
In Memoriam: TLTA Mourns the Passing of Carl Bedgood
Texan Title Welcomes Lisa Beville as VP, Underwriting Counsel & Director of Education
ICYMI: Showcase Your TLTA Membership

Security Insights: Your “Privacy” VPN Might Be Selling Your AI Conversations
Sharpen Your Title Judgment at Land Title School of Texas
Title Tip: Mexican Matrículas and Notarization Requirements
Title Industry Leader Shirley Ward Retiring After More Than Six Decades of Service
Showcase Your TLTA Membership
Deed and Seller Fraud: What Texas Realtors Can Do to Help Prevent It
TLTA Engages in National Advocacy Discussions in Washington, D.C.
A Warm Welcome to Our Newest TLTA Members