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Role of A Title Company
Now that you've decided to buy a home, what happens between now and the time you legally own it? The next step is to obtain title for the property from the title company. A title gives the owner the right to possess and use the property. But before receiving title, the title company will need to complete the following:
Earnest money: To show the seller and his agent you are a serious buyer, you will be asked to give the title company a deposit called earnest money. If the sale goes through, the earnest money is applied toward the down payment. If the sale falls through, the earnest money will not be given back unless it is stated in the offer to purchase that it is refundable.
Title search: A title search is a thorough check of the records concerning the property. It is performed to verify the seller's right to change ownership. A title search will uncover any demands, faults, liens and other privileges or restrictions on the property.
Document preparation: Appropriate forms are prepared for settlement.
Settlement: Many events happen during settlement. The seller signs the deed, the buyer signs the new mortgage, the old loan is paid off and the new loan is established. The seller, real estate professionals, attorneys, surveyors and others performing services for the parties are paid. Title insurance policies are then delivered to the buyer and their lender.
| Kenneth E. Jones Jr. President & Broker-Owner 817.480.3333 View Profile |
| Mary L. Manry Executive V.P. & Broker-Associate 817.929.3994 View Profile |
| J. Xavier Py Director of Operations 817.731.8000 View Profile |
| Jennifer N. Morrison Administrative Assistant 817.338.9000 View Profile |
| Tracy Showmaker Certified Real Estate Appraiser 817.615.6041 View Profile |
| Adryana Ayala REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® - Bilingual, ABR 817.845.5769 View Profile |
| Michael Bruce REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® 817.528.7783 View Profile |
| Tri Goldthwaite REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® 817.266.5501 View Profile |
| Joey Haddix REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® 214.415.2432 View Profile |
| Steve Lord REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® 214.799.8377 View Profile |
| Joe Ralph (J.R.) Martinez REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® 682.710.2291 View Profile |
| Joe M. Montes REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® & Property Manager 214.608.8280 View Profile |
| Sandy Opeka REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® 817.875.6665 View Profile |
| Rick Park REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® Real Estate Appraiser 817.675.9093 View Profile |
| Cathy Twist REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® 817.718.5000 View Profile |
| Paul Young REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® 817.714.9776 View Profile |

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