As the only bid for this once-celebrated and often subject of exciting and competitive live auction bid wars during conventions, I had the distinct honor of winning the PAC Eagle trophy last year. My winning bid was way off the mark of the thousands of dollars the trophy used to raise when the title companies … Continue reading VLTA’s PAC Eagle Trophy – Soaring into the 50th Anniversary Celebration
I was asked to submit a story about how the Claims Corner series began. For much of my career in the title insurance industry, first employed as a title examiner trainee at my father’s law firm in Alexandria, VA in 1971, to becoming a title insurance agent in 1976, and then an underwriter and employee … Continue reading The Origin of the “Claims Corner”
Ever wonder why we are here? I have long been fascinated with those who find “their calling or passion” early in life. Many of us do things, try things, and get through our day. We are students, workers, volunteers, family members and more. We do stuff. We do stuff we have to and sometimes we … Continue reading Living Your Legacy
To the Members of VLTA,As we mark the 50th Anniversary of the Virginia Land Title Association, I am filled with gratitude for each of you who has been a part of this remarkable journey. This milestone is not just a testament to our association’s enduring strength but also to the dedication and hard work of … Continue reading VLTA Outgoing President’s Message From Stephanie Armstrong
The Unknown Title Examiner That scraping noise you hear is TUTE moving a soapbox into position. The rant this month concerns these so-called “contracts for deed.” Really, they are nothing more than installment sales contracts (ISCs), and labeling them “contract for deed” is like calling bull testicles Rocky Mountain Oysters. It doesn’t make either one … Continue reading TUTE Fall 2024
Read WHEN MARRIAGE MATTERS – Part 1 here. Take the VLTA online course, “When Marriage Matters”, on-demand here: https://www.pathlms.com/vlta/courses/69081 (1-hour of CE, CLE and CCE credits). Conveyances and Creditors Moving beyond the advantages and exceptions to survivorship, all the remaining advantages to a tenancy by the entirety are rooted in the concept of one flesh. … Continue reading WHEN MARRIAGE MATTERS – Part 2: Various Ways Marital Status Can Affect Title
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The real estate industry has become an increasingly attractive target for cybercriminals in recent years. With vast amounts of sensitive personal and financial data, high-value transactions, and often inadequate security measures, real estate companies face significant cyber risks. Key Cybersecurity Threats Business Email Compromise (BEC) and Wire Fraud BEC scams involve criminals impersonating executives or … Continue reading Cybersecurity Threats in the Real Estate Industry: Risks and Protective Measures
October 17-18, 2024 Historic Cavalier Hotel & Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront register now VLTA Convention is seeking approval for 7-hours of CE, VCTE, & VCTSA and is currently seeking approval for 6-hours of CLE. Common Problems in RESA Investigations (1-HOUR) PRESENTER: ANGELA CROOKER A dive into the responsibilities of RESA IS staff within the Bureau … Continue reading VLTA 2024 Annual Convention Lineup
ALTA Responds to CFPB Request for InformationIn response to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s request for information (RFI) relating to fees imposed in residential mortgage transactions, ALTA walked through what’s involved in the title search and exam process, the curative work performed by the industry and how title insurance backs these services and protects property … Continue reading What’s New With ALTA – Fall 2024
Businesses around the country have seen an increase in the number of fraud and attempted fraud incidents in recent years. In 2022 alone, the FBI reported that business email compromise fraud led to losses exceeding $2.7 billion. 1 Title companies certainly aren't immune to this increase. In fact, they may be more vulnerable to fraud … Continue reading Protecting Your Title Company From Fraud
ALTA Develops Model Good Funds Bill Due to Increased Digital OptionsBy Jeremy Yohe Permission to reprint. Read the original article here: https://digital.titlenews.org/titlenews/march_2024/MobilePagedArticle.action?articleId=1966060#articleId1966060 THE WAY PEOPLE SEND AND RECEIVE MONEY IS CHANGING. Consumers and businesses are moving toward technologically advanced payment practices that better align with their evolving wants and needs. While the industry has been hearing … Continue reading MODERN PAYMENT RAILS and Impact on Good Funds Laws
