1. Why are you a member of VLTA? As an independent title examiner, I wanted to build a network for education and support, as well as to learn more about the process. 2. How long have you been in the title industry and how did you get started in this profession? I did not go to college … Continue reading VLTA March Board of Director Spotlight: Elaine Cook
2025 Market Outlook: Insights and ProjectionsThe economic and housing landscapes remain at the forefront of conversations about growth, stability and opportunity. During an ALTA Insights webinar, Odeta Kushi, deputy chief economist at First American Financial Corp., analyzed economic indicators, mortgage rate projects, housing inventory forecasts and market dynamics that will affect title order volume... Seller … Continue reading What’s New With ALTA – March 2025
On a beautiful sunny morning in March, the District of Columbia Land Title Association (“DCLTA”) and the Virginia Land Title Association (“VLTA”) jointly hosted the Cybersecurity Summit. This dynamic meeting provided an opportunity for title professionals to learn more about the latest fraud schemes, how to protect against fraud, what to do when a transaction … Continue reading DCLTA & VLTA Cybersecurity Summit Recap
The Virginia Court Clerks’ Association (VCCA) held its annual convention in September 2024 and installed its Officers for 2024-2025. This year’s President is Kelly Flannagan from the Bristol Circuit Court. Kelly was sworn in as the Virginia Court Clerks’ Association President in September 2024 and will serve in that capacity for the next year. Kelly was appointed … Continue reading Clerk’s Association Message
“Claim” is not a welcome word within the lexicon of a title office. Without claims, there would be no need for title insurance, yet a claim is something that every title office seeks to avoid, is often panicked to learn about and is loath to admit has occurred. It generally arrives at an inconvenient time … Continue reading The Claims Corner: Understanding The Claims Process
The first day of Spring in 2025 was last Thursday, March 20th! Virginia has certainly had its share of wintry weather throughout the State this past winter, but Spring means warmer weather and longer daylight hours! This also means that the VLTA has been hard at work preparing for and providing the 2025 Regional Education Events in … Continue reading VLTA Spring 2025 President’s Message
Happy Holidays from the VLTA! Please enjoy the gift that keeps on giving...Your favorite board members' favorite recipes, perfect (and just in time) for the holidays! Choose your favorite recipe below, give it a try, and let us know how it turns out! Becky Taylor - Rum Balls: Vanilla Wafers, mashed or grind ¼ cup … Continue reading VLTA Board Members’ Favorite Holiday Recipes
Share with VLTA what you're doing in your community, your new jobs, promotions, retirements, milestones, professional accomplishments, good deeds, events, awards, or even a member advocacy story or testimonial while you're at it! News can include a relevant link to an article, blog post, press release, video, landing page, or website. Ellen Donohoe, formerly Ellen … Continue reading VLTA Members in Motion – December 2024
Stay tuned: Registration is opening soon for VLTA's 2025 regional events! VLTA Advocacy Day 2025 Below are four reasons why you should attend VLTA Advocacy Day 2025: It connects the Virginia title insurance community with legislators It provides officials the information they need to make the best decisions The information and education you can provide … Continue reading VLTA Upcoming Events 2025
Chevron is Overruled: How Does This Affect the CFPB and the Title Insurance Industry? The U.S. Supreme Court on June 28, issued a landmark 6-3 decision rejecting the judicial doctrine known as Chevron deference in two cases, Loper Bright and Relentless... ALTA Installs New President, Board of GovernorsRichard Welshons NTP was inducted as ALTA's 2024-25 … Continue reading What’s New With ALTA – December 2024
Faster payments, greater automation and even advances in AI have all made the world of real-time treasury management a practical reality. What does this mean for your company? Today, the clear expectation is for anytime payments, but how to access those payments makes a difference. Increasingly, title companies are receiving Good Funds payments via wire, … Continue reading Title at the Speed of Banking
I’m not going to lie, I wasn’t expecting to see Kevin Pogoda in a mullet at my first VLTA conference. I first want to thank those involved with VLTA that granted me the Ronald Donn Scholarship Award, and I want to give a special shout-out to Stephanie Campbell who made sure that I knew that … Continue reading My VLTA Convention Experience
The 2025 session of the Virginia General Assembly is set to begin on January 8. This "short" session will last approximately 45 days. Given the abbreviated timeframe and the fact that the House of Delegates is up for election in 2025, we anticipate an intense and fast-paced legislative period. At present, there is an unusually … Continue reading Virginia General Assembly 2025 Preview
Provided by the Virginia State Bar Membership CommitteeThe Real Property Section of the Virginia State Bar has unveiled an innovative new video series titled the "Living Library" produced by the Section’s Membership Committee. The project is intended to demystify the complexities of real estate law. Its goals include providing Section and Bar members at large … Continue reading Virginia State Bar – Real Property Section’s “Living Library” Video Series to Educate on Real Estate Law Careers
Welcome to the final month of the 50th Anniversary for the Virginia Land Title Association! I am Becky Taylor and the President of the VLTA for the coming year. I would like to thank you all again for attending our Annual Convention this October. It is always a great opportunity to engage with others in our industry. … Continue reading VLTA 2024-2025 President’s Welcome Message
THE 2024 - 2025 BOARD OF DIRECTORS As we step into a new chapter, we’re thrilled to welcome our new leaders, who bring dedication, vision, and expertise to the association. Together, we’ll work toward strengthening our mission, advancing the industry, and supporting our incredible members. Thank you for your commitment to the future of VLTA. … Continue reading VLTA Convention 2024 & 50th Anniversary Wrap-Up
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
