November 12, 2014
Tipping Point Coming for Electronic Closings
National Mortgage News | November 4, 2014
A new pilot program may spark new interest in electronic closings. Although CFPB has no official position on e-closures, CFPB's mortgage e-closing pilot, along with the "Know Before You Owe" initiative is expected to help boost e-closings within the industry.
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Terry Lee Grantham Memorial Award
Texas Bar Association | November 6, 2014
The following article is being reprinted from the State Bar Association's newsletter. Terry Grantham served as president of TLTA in 2004-2005 and was loved by his many title industry friends and colleagues. We are pleased that the State Bar is honoring his legacy in such a meaningful and lasting way.
Each recipient of the Terry Lee Grantham Memorial Award must exemplify the qualities of an accomplished, talented and dedicated practitioner, a servant of the profession and an advocate for those we serve, demonstrating dedication and service with the same passion that defined Terry's life and work.
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Milestone Achieved with 1,200 Counties Now eRecording
The American Surveyor | November 11, 2014
As of November 1, 2014 more than 1,200 recording jurisdictions are eRecording enabled. 68 percent of people in the United States are now living in a jurisdiction that offers electronic recording for documents. The goal is that eRecording process will mean a shorter turn around time a faster transaction process.
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Avoiding TDI Audit Violations:
A Focus on Compliance & Continued Conversation about the Recent Changes
Wednesday, December 10 | 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. CST
Presented by:
Robert York, TDI's Manager of Title Examinations
Brenda Nelson, Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Nancy Waggoner, Republic Title of Texas, Inc.
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What Everyone Gets Wrong About Millennials and Home Buying
Time.com | November 12, 2014
You've probably heard millennials are not interested in buying a house, but are more likely to rent a fancy apartment. New reports say that is just not true. Studies show millenials are buying homes at a very similar rate to previous generations.
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