Best Counties for Retirees in Wisconsin
Thinking of retiring in the Badger State? Based on an article from Stacker.com featuring Niche’s rankings, here are the top 25 counties to retire in Wisconsin—plus a few standout towns …
New to Property Shielding? Here’s Your Guide!
Here’s a concise guide to where “Safe at Home”–style protections (address confidentiality/property shielding) are active in the U.S., and what they mean for title research. Where these laws are active …
Why Title Abstracting Is Best Kept in America: A Case for Domestic Expertise
In today’s globalized economy, offshoring has become a common strategy for businesses seeking to cut costs. The title industry has not been immune to this trend, with some companies outsourcing …
What Is Flood Insurance?
Flood insurance is a specialized policy designed to cover damage caused by flooding—an event typically excluded from standard homeowners’ insurance. The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), administered by FEMA and …
Rising Trend: More Homes Are Selling Below Their List Prices
A significant shift is underway in the U.S. housing market—an increasing number of homes are selling for below their original listing price. This change signals a cooling market, offering buyers …
What Is the Torrens Land System?
The Torrens system is a land registration framework that simplifies property ownership verification by issuing a Certificate of Title, which is definitive proof of ownership under state supervision. Unlike the …