August 28, 2013

New Laws Go Into Effect Sept. 1

TLTA On Demand Webinar Details Changes
Sept. 1 marks the effective date of a number of new Texas laws that will impact our industry. Find out how these changes from the recent legislative session will affect your business. Hear from two members of our legislative team as they provide you with practical insight on what you need to do to be prepared for these changes. Purchase the on-demand webinar now, and watch it whenever you want!  Read More »

TLTA Leaders Meet With New Insurance Commissioner

Last week, TLTA officers and staff had an introductory meeting with the new Texas Department of Insurance Commissioner, Julia Rathgeber. Commissioner Rathgeber was appointed by Gov. Rick Perry in May to succeed Eleanor Kitzman. The meeting was very positive and we welcome Commissioner Rathgeber to the job and look forward to working with her on issues impacting our industry and the consumers we serve.

CFPB Updates Small Entity Compliance Guide

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has updated the Small Entity Compliance Guide for the Ability-to-Repay and Qualified Mortgage (ATR/QM) Rule. This update incorporates clarifications and amendments to the rules issued on May 29, 2013 and July 10, 2013. You can view the updated guide here.

TLTA Live Webinar: Divorce and the Real Estate Process 

Wednesday, Sept. 18 | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Divorce is sometimes the unfortunate ending of what starts with so much hope, promise and dreams, including the dream of home ownership. This webinar examines the difficult subject of divorce from a practical perspective, focusing on issues the title professional can expect when closing transactions where divorce is an issue. Learn More & Register » 

A Challenge to All Escrow Officers!

The TLTAPAC Board of Trustees has issued a challenge this year to every escrow officer in the state to contribute to the TLTAPAC. The voluntary, non-partisan organization is exclusively dedicated to promoting the Texas land title insurance industry to members of the Texas Legislature and other elected officials. With almost 6,000 escrow officers currently licensed in Texas, a $25 contribution from each would raise $150,000 for the PAC from escrow officers alone! Please donate online today here or send a personal check payable to the TLTAPAC with this form.