September 2, 2015
TDI Announces Deputies for Finance, Agency Affairs
Texas Department of Insurance | August 26, 2015
Texas Insurance Commissioner David Mattax announced two key executive positions on his staff today. Doug Slape will become deputy commissioner for financial regulation, and Kevin Brady was named deputy commissioner for agency affairs.
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Basic Manual Update Effective Sept. 1
Legislation that was passed from the 84th Regular Session amended several sections of the Insurance Code. The following statutes were affected by the passage of S.B. 572:
Amendment to Section 2551.301
Amendment to Section 2551.302
Amendment to Section 2551.305
Addition of Section 2551.3055
Amendment to Section 2703.001(c)
The effective date of the new statutes was September 1, 2015. TLTA’s online Basic Manual has been updated with all of these changes.
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We expect to see more comprehensive updates to the Basic Manual in early 2016, and only subscribers will receive these updates. Sign up or renew now to ensure you are in compliance with the latest regulations.
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Home Values in U.S. Oil States to Fall With Drop in Crude Prices
Bloomburg | August 28, 2015
Oil-producing states defied the U.S. housing crash by posting gains in home values as the rest of the nation suffered. Now, with crude trading at half what it was a year ago, it may be their turn for lower property prices.
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Lenders Partner to Deepen Available Funding
Mortgage Professional America | August 25, 2015
Lenders hoping to increase their slice of the mortgage pie are looking to partnerships to help them remain competitive and to gain market share.
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NAFCU to CFPB: Fix Your Consumer Complaint Database
Housing Wire | August 28, 2015
The National Association of Federal Credit Unions still thinks the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s consumer complaint narrative database is a problem, and they’re letting the agency know about it. NAFCU Regulatory Affairs Counsel Kavitha Subramanian sent a letter the bureau saying the database undermines the ability of businesses to resolve problems.
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Policing the Data: Ensuring the Safety of NPI
Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015 | 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. CDT
Every day we hear about a new data security breach. Title insurance companies are not immune to the threat. Presenter Scott Florez will familiarize Texas title agents with the various types of non-public personal information contained in the Guaranty File and how to protect it both physically and electronically. In this webinar, you'll learn about:
The definition of NPI (Non-Public Personal Information)
Where it's found in a title company
Ways to secure NPI physically and electronically
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The Texas Transfer on Death Deed
Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015 | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. CDT
On September 1, 2015, Texas joined a growing number of states that allow owners of real estate to transfer property to their heirs outside the probate process using a Transfer on Death Deed. The deed works like a beneficiary designation on a bank account or an insurance policy. It allows you to name a primary and contingent beneficiary who will inherit your real property after you die. You sign and record the deed now, but it doesn't take effect until your death. You can revoke the deed or sell the property at any time; the beneficiary you name on the deed has no rights in the property until your death.
Join Presenter Lisa Beville as she discusses:
The statutory requirements for creating (drafting) a valid Transfer on Death Deed “TODD”
The process for revoking a TODD
Possible examination issues when a TODD is discovered in the chain of title
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Catchy Tax Issues
Friday, Oct. 2, 2015 | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. CDT
This webinar will explore how Texas title policies cover and limit coverage of property tax issues, many of which are unique to Texas. We will review the rules and procedures of TDI Rule P-20, including:
How to handle “current-year” property taxes
Insuring taxes “not yet due and payable”
Rollback tax liability
Review some “special” property tax issues
Recent laws passed related to property taxation in Texas
Attendees will come away with a better understanding of the Texas property taxation system, title coverage and limitations under TDI Rule P-20, as well as how to apply title underwriting principles to Texas property tax issues, both general and special.
This webinar and materials are useful in preparing for the TLTA Certification exam, as well as for generally increasing your knowledge in the area of Ad Valorem Taxes.
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TLTA Institute Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available
Ready to reach 400+ title industry decision-makers and real estate attorneys? Become a sponsor at the Texas Land Title Institute, a prestigious two-day conference of world-class training, continuing education and networking now in its 25th year!
The deadline to be included in the printed Institute brochure is noon, Friday, Oct 9th. To learn about the available sponsorship opportunities,
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