Ticor Tech Tip – How an ID Affidavit helps to Protect Your Transaction
What’s in a name? When a title company seeks to uncover matters affecting title to real property, the answer is, “Quite a bit.” An ID Affidavit provides title companies with the information they need to distinguish the buyers and sellers of real property from others with similar names. After identifying the true buyers and sellers, […]
Ticor Tech Tip – Ticor Title & Herb Weisbaum of KOMO bring you Technology and Title Tips
We are proud to say we have partnered with long time consumer protection advocate and local area Herb Weisbaum of KOMO to bring you morning Technology and Title Tips. KOMO Technology Tips Don’t get hacked when you charge your mobile device Think cyber-safety even when on vacation Ticor Title Tips Protect Yourself and Your Clients […]
Ticor Tech Tip – I See Dead People – How Death and Probate can Impact a Transaction
There are three basic situations when the owner has died. Of course, each of these has additional variations, mostly relating to whether the deceased had a will, and whether or not the estate (with or without a will) is being probated. If there is a probated will, devisees (those named in a will) will get […]
Ticor Tech Tip – House Hunter Score Card – How to Streamline the Home Comparison Process
After weeks of looking, it may be easy for a buyer to forget what exactly they liked about homes they’ve viewed. Over time, the details may fade or become vague. However, the House Hunter Scorecard helps to keep a record by organizing and comparing what the buyer likes best about their top two or three […]
Ticor Tech Tip – Video Series – Why You Need Title and Escrow Today
Today’s homeowner stays in their home an average of 11-15 years. So it’s understandable that the typical home buyer may be unfamiliar with how escrow operates, what protection title insurance provides, and how to be ready for the escrow process when the time comes to make a real estate purchase. We’ve assembled a series of […]
Ticor Tech Tip – Ticor Title is Here For You – Dedicated, Professional, Resourceful
Your Ticor Sales Team has over 236 Years of Combined Industry Experience. Ticor Title has been steadily growing in the Puget Sound region with added locations, recruitment of additional local industry experts, refined processes, and ever-improving service levels. Our vast expertise can offer solutions to help grow your business in ways that are leading the […]
Ticor Tech Tip – What Happens After the Close of Escrow?
The time after you close on your property can be very exciting and sometimes feel like a whirlwind. We at Ticor Title are here for you throughout this process and want to ensure you have the best experience possible. Outlined below are a few helpful tasks and processes you can expect after your property has […]
Ticor Tech Tip – Why should I choose Ticor Title over a new “Start-Up” Title Company?
Title Insurance is a great value providing peace of mind. You only pay your Title policy premium once, but your policy is good for as long as you own your home even transferring to your heirs. Ticor Title is part of the Fidelity National Financial family of companies and an industry leader in claims paying […]
Ticor Tech Tip – Protecting against Wire Fraud begins with startSafe
Buyers and sellers desire a secure and simple way to start their real estate transactions. When you choose to work with Ticor Title and startSafe™, buyers and sellers can safely begin their real estate transaction, share preferred contact methods, and review WireSafe wiring instructions without relying on potentially unsecure email inboxes. Learn what to expect […]
Ticor Tech Tip – What You Should Know about Buying Your Home in 2019
Because most consumers purchase title insurance only a handful of times in a lifetime, questions do arise when the time comes to purchase a property. What is Title Insurance and why do you need it? Title Insurance is the Most Effective, Most Accepted and Least Expensive way to Protect Property Ownership Rights. Questions to consider […]