Do I need a realtor to sell my house?
Realtor to sell my house: I’ve been doing closings and real-estate related work for a long time. This is a question that I field, in one way or another, many times per week. I’m not trying to get your commission, so I think I’m best suited to answer this. Many people see the 6% […]
What is a general warranty deed?
You might have seen my article on ‘quitclaims’ or ‘special warranty deeds’ This article may represent what is the opposite of the quitclaim, a General Warranty Deed. Obviously, a General Warranty Deed conveys title with warranty. But, the legal world isn’t easy, and this legal document is no better. Start your examination of the document […]
What is a quitclaim deed?
Quitclaims are necessary in many North Carolina real estate closing circumstances. Before we discuss why you may need a quitclaim, lets discuss what it is. A Quitclaim deed is also known as a special warranty deed. This is a very different thing than a General Warranty Deed. A quitclaim deed is a legal instrument which […]
The Real Estate Closing Process
What happens after the offer is accepted? The closing process or escrow begins when your offer is accepted and ends when you move in. The Closing Attorney/Escrow Agent Real estate closing attorneys are neutral third parties who assist in handling: Real estate attorneys collect and hold documents and funds in trust for all parties until […]
What Does Sale Pending Mean In Real Estate?
You have been searching high and low for the perfect house. Realtors, Zillow, Foreclosures, and low and behold, there it is, looking you right back in the face. It’s beautiful, in a great neighborhood, and it fits your budget. There is only one problem in the way: It’s sale pending. What does sale pending mean? […]
Selling an Inherited Home: The Stress-Free Guide
Inheriting a house from a loved one can be a wonderful gift or a challenging inconvenience. Depending on your individual circumstances you basically have three choices on what you can do with the home: move into it, rent it out, or sell it. Many times, families will move into an inherited home and sell their […]
Judgment Searches
In the complex world of financial transactions and legal matters, judgment searches play a crucial role. These searches are often seen as investigative tools, uncovering valuable information about an individual’s or a company’s financial history and legal standing. By delving into judgment searches, we can unravel the intricacies of this process, its significance, and how […]
Investor Closings!
What Are Your Fees?
First, note that ‘closing costs’ can be different from law firm to law firm. Some law firms call the excise tax a closing cost. While others call it a tax. The next guy could call it something entirely different, so, it’s very hard to compare closing costs from one place to another, because everyone has a different […]
How Can I Get My Earnest Money To You?
Congratulations! You are under contract and ready to proceed to the next phase of closing on your new house. You need to send us your earnest money deposit. At 24 Hour Title, we can accept earnest money in 3 ways: