APRIL 2026
Members in Action, Upcoming Events, Practical Education and More Need to Know Updates
Title Tip: Deepfake Fraud in RON Closings: What to Watch For
Jessica Robertson, Stewart Title Guaranty Company
We're back with another Title Tip, our monthly video series offering quick, complimentary education from experienced title professionals across Texas. In this month's Title Tip, underwriting counsel Jessica Robertson shares a real-world example of a fraud attempt involving a remote online notarization (RON) closing where deepfake technology was used to impersonate sellers.
Jessica walks through how the fraud was identified before funds were disbursed, what steps title professionals can take to reduce risk, and how to watch for subtle visual inconsistencies. She also offers practical guidance on understanding your RON provider's protections and updating internal procedures to stay ahead of AI-driven fraud.
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Watch this month’s Title Tip video here and stay tuned for more insights in our next installment.
Looking to revisit our past installments of the Title Tips Series?
Visit the Title Tips Section in TLTA's Online Learning Center here.
This information is being provided by TLTA for educational and reference purposes only and should not be construed as legal, financial or business advice from or on behalf of TLTA. Users should consult their own legal counsel and subject-matter experts to ensure that any policies adopted or actions taken meet the requirements unique to their company.
Congratulations to the 2025–2026 TLTA Leadership Academy Graduates
We are proud to celebrate the 61 title professionals who completed the 2025–2026 TLTA Leadership Academy!
Over the past several months, this outstanding group came together for four sessions designed to sharpen leadership skills, deepen industry knowledge, and build meaningful professional relationships. From their first meeting to the final session, these graduates demonstrated the energy, commitment, and passion that make the Leadership Academy one of TLTA's most impactful programs.
View more photos from the event here »
Thank you to our generous sponsors who made this year's Leadership Academy possible
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What Companies Can Learn from Their Biggest Fans
Harvard Business Review
Employee engagement is at a 20-year low. Customer loyalty is eroding. And most conventional fixes like better incentives, smoother processes, tighter feedback loops, aren't moving the needle. In this article, Marcus Buckingham argues that leaders are solving the wrong problem: rather than focusing on what's broken, the most effective leaders study what's already working exceptionally well and build from there.
Drawing on decades of research and real-world examples, Buckingham shows that meaningful gains in performance and loyalty only appear when experiences cross a critical threshold from good to extraordinary. The leaders who get there don't chase incremental improvements, they identify the conditions that generate their employees' and customers' most positive experiences, then design for those deliberately and at scale.
Whether you lead a team, serve customers, or shape company culture, this framework offers a practical approach to driving the kind of behavioral change that produces lasting results.
Read more »
The TLTA Annual Conference Is One Month Away — Here's What's on the Agenda
June 8-10, 2026 | Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa
Join 500+ title professionals this June in Frisco for three days of education, connection, and industry leadership. This year's program tackles the issues at the top of every Texas title professional's mind: from AI's impact on the industry to the regulatory and legislative battles being fought on your behalf.
Register now to secure your spot at one of the year's most valuable industry events.
Featured Sessions & Speakers:
- AI: The Great Debate — A live, moderated debate on what AI means for the future of title, led by industry veteran Sam Trimble
- Meet the New TDI Commissioner — TDI Commissioner Amanda Crawford on her priorities for the Department in her new role
- FinCEN & the Courts — Luke Wake of Pacific Legal Foundation breaks down the Flowers Title v. Bessent decision and what comes next
- Facing the Future, Together — A candid conversation with ALTA President David Townsend, NTP on the battles being fought nationally on your behalf
- Texas Market Forecast — Economist Ted Jones on where the Texas real estate market stands and what's ahead
- And more! Check out our full schedule of hot topics here.
Register Today »
Share your gratitude with the industry stalwarts who make this event possible - our 2026 Conference Sponsors!
Ready to be part of the sponsorship team? Please contact Josh Meeks.
Get Involved: Volunteer with TLTA
TLTA's work doesn't happen without the more than 400 volunteers who give their time and expertise to protect and grow our industry. From advocacy at TDI and the Texas Legislature to developing educational resources that help agents stay compliant and competitive — our volunteers drive meaningful, measurable results for the entire real estate marketplace.
If you aren't already part of this powerful network, we always need new volunteers to bring diverse perspectives and fresh energy to the challenges our industry faces. Most importantly, we need you.
Explore Volunteer Opportunities →
Take the Volunteer Survey →
Survey deadline: Friday, May 22, 2026
Questions about volunteering?
Want help making your selections? Contact Kim Schoppert at
[email protected] or 512.879.2888.
A Warm Welcome to Our Newest TLTA Members
AGENT MEMBERS
All Points Title LLC
Contact: Melissa Warren
2701 Hartlee Field Rd, Ste G
Denton, TX 76208
940.808.0770
[email protected]
www.allpointstitle.com
Simplex Title LLC
Contact: Shruti Vasavada
5757 Flewellen Oaks Ln, Ste 704
Fulshear, TX 77441
832.757.6585
[email protected]
www.simplextitle.com
Titan Title and Closing Richardson, LLC
Contact: Charlie Kim
800 North Plano Rd, Ste 100
Richardson, TX 75081
972.200.0462
[email protected]
Acorn Title, LLC
Contact: Rufus Lott, III
1100 NW Loop 410, Ste 303
Castle Hills, TX 78213
210.241.9132
[email protected]
www.acorn-title.com
Arrow Land & Title, LLC
Contact: Audra Rod Smith
401 N. Mechanic, Ste A
Wharton, TX 77437
979.635.4026
[email protected]
www.arrowlandtitle.com
People's Title LLC
Contact: Johnnie Morine
400 Las Colinas Blvd, Ste 300-74
Irving, TX 75039
817.422.9028
[email protected]
www.peoplestitlecompany.com
Community Land Title, LLC
Contact: Tonya Modesitt
300 Oak Ave
Sulphur Springs, TX 75482
903.439.3000
[email protected]
www.clandtitle.com
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
Proof
Contact: Rebecca Olsho
867 Boylston St, 5th Floor, #1656
Austin, TX 78703
[email protected]
www.proof.com
Lien One, Inc.
Contact: Robin Dybas
800 Fairway Dr, Ste 140
Austin, TX 78703
561.353.5000
[email protected]
www.lienone.com
Homebot
Contact: Nina Hein
3513 Brighton Blvd, Ste 230
Denver, CO 80916
970.708.0277
[email protected]
www.homebot.ai
Blue Notary, LLC
Contact: Tia Mervyn
1908 Thomes Ave, Ste 54656
Cheyenne WY 82001
855.606.5423
[email protected]
www.bluenotary.us