What is the role of a title agent?
A title agent is responsible for conducting a title search, preparing the title report, and issuing title insurance policies.
What is the difference between a title search and title insurance?
A title search is an examination of public records to determine the history of ownership of a property, while title insurance is an insurance policy that protects against any potential title defects.
What is a title defect?
A title defect is any legal issue with the ownership of a property that could affect the buyer's ability to take full ownership of the property.