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Settlement & Websigning - Escrow Services

Posted in: Escrow Services, Settlement Services
Real Estate Settlement Services
Settlement Services
In Washington state it is called escrow.  Escrow is an arrangement in which a neutral third party (First American Escrow Services) takes instruction from buyer and seller to process documentation and handle funds in a real estate transaction.

When authorized by a limited Power of Attorney, your customer can log into WebSigning and electronically approve their loan documents at the privacy of their computer – with or without a settlement agent guiding them over the phone.

What is Title Insurance

Posted in: Title Insurance
Washington Home
Washington Home
Title insurance is protection again loss resulting from defects in title due to, among other things, the chain of ownership or encumbrances.  Its not new.  In fact, First American Title HAS BEEN IN BUSINESS FOR OVER 100 YEARS.  But times change and to accommodate the demands of today’s real estate industry, we are proud to offer an innovative new policy of protection.

New Changes to Capital Gains exclusions

Posted in: 1031 Exchanges, News, Resources

The new Housing Assistance Tax Act of 2008 has altered the capital gain exclusion on primary residences.  We always advise to consult your tax consultant but be aware of this information if you have any future plans.


Agent First Your Tool for transaction management

Posted in: Escrow Services, Services for Lenders, Our Services, Resources

As a busy real estate agent or lender working on a transaction has many steps. Let First American Title's agentfirst and lenders first website make it easy from the very beginning to the close of a transaction

www.myagent1st.com


Marketing tools for the busy professional

Posted in: Services for Lenders, Resources
First American Title and Escrow has developed a internet tool that allows you access to over 100 templates that help you stay in touch with your clients. With a minimal fee you can use the template. We have made it very easy for you to e mail it to your clients and friends, print it locally or have a printing house take care of the bulk mailing. Check it out...

Title & Escrow Rates for Thurston County

Posted in: Fee Schedule
First American Title Insurance Company's Title & Escrow Rates for Thurston County.

Download attachment(s): [ Title & Escrow Rates for Pierce & Thurston County ]


Title & Escrow Rates for Pierce & Kitsap County

Posted in: Fee Schedule
First American Title Insurance Company's Title & Escrow Rates for Pierce & Kitsap County.

Download attachment(s): [ Pierce & Kitsap County Title & Escrow Rates ]


House Price Trends

Posted in: Market Statistics
Washington Real Estate
Washington Real Estate
The trend in U.S. home prices has a profound impact on numerous individuals, businesses, and industries. We provide the real estate information and insight that drives the forecasting and decision-making for your real estate-related needs. Our trend data helps you get a clearer picture of the housing landscape and arms you with the information you need for your particular situation.

1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges

Posted in: 1031 Exchanges
1031 Exchanges
1031 Exchanges
The tax deferred exchange is a valuable investment tool for maintaining continuity of investment dollars while affording investors the opportunity to consolidate, expand or diversify their portfolio of properties without recognizing capital gains taxes or depreciation recapture.

National Homebuilder Services

Posted in: Services for Builders
Home Builder Closing Services
Home Builder Services
We are the nation's leading provider of HomeBuilder title & closing services. We lead the industry in change. We offer smarter processes. Simpler systems. Faster closings. No matter the location or complexity of your development, our experts are there to serve you.

Area Information - Neighborhood Data

Posted in: Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood Data
Real estate information is our core strength, but you'll be amazed at the amount - and diverse nature - of our data that's not based on property. Through our solutions, you have access to thorough and insightful demographic, school, local business, and crime information that surrounds a particular property.

Environmental ResidentialRisk

Posted in: Services for Lenders
Lender Title Services
Lender Title Services
ResidentialRisk is a valuable tool screen residential properties nationwide to limit exposure to environmental risk.

ResidentialRisk takes into consideration the current and historical uses of a property as well as neighboring properties within a 1-mile radius.


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