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Family purchased enhanced title insurance for new home
Sep 17, 2024

Is Enhanced Title Insurance Right for You?

Standard title insurance policies cover the most common risks to your home’s title, while enhanced title insurance provides broader protection. As you navigate…
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Sep 16, 2024

Personal and Professional Service at South Oak Gardendale

Discover how years of expertise and commitment to personalized service create outstanding title and closing experiences for clients in Gardendale, Alabama.
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Aug 13, 2024

5 Reasons Every Homeowner Needs Title Insurance

Title insurance is standard for lenders, but homeowners need title insurance too. Discover 5 compelling reasons why it's a must-have.
Realtor prepared for closing day surprises
Jul 30, 2024

How to Handle Surprises on Closing Day

Closing day surprises such as property issues and missing documents can derail your closing. Check out our guide for tips on handling common closing day problems.
Title insurance exceptions on title commitment
Jul 23, 2024

Your Guide to Understanding Title Insurance Exceptions

No need to panic when you see title insurance exceptions on your title commitment. Learn more about what exceptions are and how to navigate them in our guide.
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Jul 08, 2024

Tips for On-Time Real Estate Closings

One of the most common questions we get is, “How quickly can we close?” The answer is: it depends. Elizabeth Cusimano, a title expert at South Oak Title in…
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Jun 25, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions about Surveys

Got questions about surveys? Learn when surveys are needed in real estate transactions, their role, and how they impact title insurance and closing processes.
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Jun 07, 2024

The Best Title and Closing Experience in East Tennessee

Want an amazing title and closing experience in East Tennessee? Our team shares why Title Insurance Co. continues to be the best in the region.
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May 14, 2024

Why Every Realtor Needs a Title & Closing Partner

Partnering with a title and closing company may be your secret weapon for better serving your clients. Learn more about these benefits.
Closer performing curative work for title insurance
Apr 30, 2024

Curative Work for Title Insurance

Curative work is essential behind-the-scenes work that must be completed before issuing a title insurance policy. Learn more in our guide to curative work.
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