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Bringing Wisconsin to Hollywood – “Betting on Beloit”: Diane Hendricks’ Homegrown Reality Series
A&E’s upcoming 12‑episode series, Betting on Beloit, showcases billionaire Diane Hendricks—founder of ABC Supply Co., and Wisconsin’s wealthiest resident—and her daughter, Konya Hendricks Schuh, as they breathe new life into …
Understanding Survivorship Marital Property vs. Joint Tenancy in Wisconsin: What’s the Difference?
When purchasing or inheriting real estate in Wisconsin, it’s important to understand the different ways property can be owned and transferred. Two common forms of property ownership are Survivorship Marital …
July Spotlight – Geoff Dugal
Geoff Dugal Job Title: Administrative Assistant We’re excited to feature Geoff in our July Employee Spotlight! Years at Capitol Lien: 1 year What’s a unique skill or perspective you bring to …
How “Buy Now, Pay Later” Loans Are Starting to Affect Your Credit Score
“Buy Now, Pay Later” (BNPL) services—offered by companies like Affirm, Klarna, Afterpay, and PayPal—have exploded in popularity over the past few years. They allow consumers to make purchases and pay …
Creative Ways Millennials and Gen Z Are Approaching Homeownership
In a real estate landscape marked by rising home prices, inflation, and student debt, Millennials and Gen Z are rewriting the traditional playbook on homeownership. No longer confined to the …
How Another War in the Middle East Could Impact the Housing Market
The prospect of a new war in the Middle East carries serious geopolitical and economic consequences—and the ripple effects could reach deep into the U.S. housing market. While it’s impossible …
The Implications of Publicizing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac on the Mortgage Industry
In the wake of financial reform discussions and a housing market constantly shifting under economic pressures, the long-debated question of whether to publicize Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac—two government-sponsored enterprises …
Capitol Lien Named One of Minnesota’s Best Places to Work — Twice!
Capitol Lien has once again been recognized as one of Minnesota’s Top 200 Workplaces in 2025 by the Star Tribune, achieving #23 in the Small Business category. In addition to …
The Shift to a Buyer’s Market in 2025: What’s Driving the Change
After years of an aggressive seller’s market characterized by bidding wars, sky-high prices, and historically low inventory, the U.S. housing market has finally pivoted in 2025 — and buyers are …
The Aging of the American Homebuyer: A 40-Year Shift and Its Economic Impact
Over the past four decades, the demographic profile of U.S. homebuyers has undergone a significant transformation. In 1981, the median age of all homebuyers was 31 years, with first-time buyers …
Why Title Searching Is Crucial to the Solar and Wind Energy Sector
As the U.S. and global markets shift toward renewable energy, large-scale solar and wind energy projects are booming. From sun-drenched deserts to rural farmland and offshore coastlines, developers are racing …
June Spotlight – Felonice Merriman
Felonice Merriman Job Title: Marketing and Communications Specialist We’re excited to feature Felonice in our June Employee Spotlight! Years at Capitol Lien: A little over a year 1, What’s a unique skill …
The Impact of President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” on the Real Estate Sector
President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” recently passed by the House, introduces significant changes with potential implications for the U.S. real estate sector. While the bill aims to …
May Spotlight – Brady Trudeau
Brady Trudeau Job Title: Software Developer We’re excited to feature Brady in our May Employee Spotlight! Years at Capitol Lien: ~4 What have been some of the most important lessons you’ve learned …
Catching the Details that Matter, Because Every Name, State, and Search Matters.
At Capitol Lien, we take pride in our accuracy, diligence, and dedication to getting it right the first time. But when things do need a second look, we’re grateful to …
Database Direct® Now Available in Idaho!
Capitol Lien is excited to announce that Database Direct®, our self-serve platform for UCC Search & File, is now available in Idaho! With Database Direct, enjoy: Nationwide UCC Filings: Fast, …
April Spotlight – Rob Turner
Rob TurnerInformation Services DirectorWe’re excited to feature Rob in our April Employee Spotlight! Years at Capitol Lien: 16 years What have been some of the most important lessons you’ve learned …
Capitol Lien at the Minnesota Land Title Association 2025 Day at the Capitol
Capitol Lien’s Customer Service Manager, Tom Hauer, had the opportunity to meet with Senators Doron Clark and Mary Kunesh during the Minnesota Land Title Association (MLTA) 2025 Day at the …
March Employee Spotlight – Lexie Leslie
Lexie LeslieAbstractor We’re excited to feature Lexie in our March Employee Spotlight! Time at Capitol Lien: 10 Months What’s a unique skill or perspective you bring to your role at …
February Employee Spotlight – Angie Miller
Angie MillerResearch Coordinator We’re excited to feature Angie in our February Employee Spotlight! Years at Capitol Lien: 13 What’s a unique skill or perspective you bring to your role at …
Florida Man (and Woman) Buys Dream Lot, Discovers It’s an Easement Nightmare—Don’t Let This Be You!
Imagine finding the perfect plot of land for your dream home, only to discover later that an easement from decades ago makes it impossible to build. This unfortunate reality became …
January Employee Spotlight – Tom Hauer
Tom HauerCustomer Service Manager We’re excited to feature Tom in our January Employee Spotlight! Years at Capitol Lien: 16 years What have been some of the most important lessons you’ve learned …
The Importance of Post-Lien Searches in Your Process
Post-lien searches are the best way to ensure your intentions are properly reflected on recordfor all to see when considering your UCC filing procedures. It comes down to three critical …