C.E.O. Choked Man Who Danced Barefoot on Cruise Ship, U.S. SaysKenneth D. DeGiorgio, CEO of First American Financial, faces assault charges for allegedly choking a man during a cruise altercation.The incident began over a dispute about dancing barefoot on the cruise.
How Mortiles uses technology and vendors for better title searchesAI and blockchain are revolutionizing the real estate industry, compelling title and foreclosure companies to adapt to new technology and solutions.
Treasury halts business ownership information reportingFinCEN is extending BOI reporting deadlines and providing new guidelines, impacting financial crime regulations.
Fidelity's title insurance segment ramps up its performance in 2024The title segment saw significant earnings growth despite a challenging housing market.Pent-up demand for housing suggests a positive outlook for long-term title insurance sales.
What do the D.C. attorney general's actions mean for the future of title joint ventures?Regulatory scrutiny in the title insurance industry intensifies with settlements against firms for kickback schemes, emphasizing compliance with local regulations.
California Best Title to pay $150K in incentives settlementTitle companies cannot offer real estate agents incentives to direct business, as it constitutes illegal inducement under California law.
The title industry is working to tackle fraud - HousingWireFraud costs American consumers $10 billion in 2023, with real estate fraud increasingly impacting homeowners.The title insurance industry is combating various types of fraud, including seller impersonation and wire fraud.
How Mortiles uses technology and vendors for better title searchesAI and blockchain are revolutionizing the real estate industry, compelling title and foreclosure companies to adapt to new technology and solutions.
Treasury halts business ownership information reportingFinCEN is extending BOI reporting deadlines and providing new guidelines, impacting financial crime regulations.
Fidelity's title insurance segment ramps up its performance in 2024The title segment saw significant earnings growth despite a challenging housing market.Pent-up demand for housing suggests a positive outlook for long-term title insurance sales.
What do the D.C. attorney general's actions mean for the future of title joint ventures?Regulatory scrutiny in the title insurance industry intensifies with settlements against firms for kickback schemes, emphasizing compliance with local regulations.
California Best Title to pay $150K in incentives settlementTitle companies cannot offer real estate agents incentives to direct business, as it constitutes illegal inducement under California law.
The title industry is working to tackle fraud - HousingWireFraud costs American consumers $10 billion in 2023, with real estate fraud increasingly impacting homeowners.The title insurance industry is combating various types of fraud, including seller impersonation and wire fraud.
Housing industry veteran launches title insurance alternativeHomebuyers can significantly reduce costs by opting for AOL products over traditional title insurance, with savings ranging from 33% to 77%.
Fannie Mae's title waiver pilot program one year laterUWM's TRAC Lite program saves consumers significantly on title insurance costs, with average savings exceeding $1,000 per transaction.
Housing industry veteran launches title insurance alternativeHomebuyers can significantly reduce costs by opting for AOL products over traditional title insurance, with savings ranging from 33% to 77%.
Fannie Mae's title waiver pilot program one year laterUWM's TRAC Lite program saves consumers significantly on title insurance costs, with average savings exceeding $1,000 per transaction.
Experts offer a temperature check on title insurer M&AIncreased M&A activity in the title insurance sector reflects changing market conditions and owner strategies.
Don't be fooled, the FHFA Title Acceptance Pilot is simply a misguided federal overreachThe Title Acceptance Pilot shifts financial risks from private title insurance companies to GSEs, posing significant risks to taxpayers and homeowners.
Trump administration should hit the brakes on title insurance waiver pilot programThe Biden administration's approval of the title waiver pilot program threatens state authority over title insurance, risking taxpayer financial stability.
Don't be fooled, the FHFA Title Acceptance Pilot is simply a misguided federal overreachThe Title Acceptance Pilot shifts financial risks from private title insurance companies to GSEs, posing significant risks to taxpayers and homeowners.
Trump administration should hit the brakes on title insurance waiver pilot programThe Biden administration's approval of the title waiver pilot program threatens state authority over title insurance, risking taxpayer financial stability.
Texas orders cut to title insurance premiumsTitle insurance premiums in Texas are set for a reduction of up to 19%, aimed at boosting housing affordability.
Fannie Mae title pilot could save homeowners up to $1,692 per refiFannie Mae's automated title review pilot could significantly lower costs and enhance transparency in refinancing.
TRG conducts layoffs focused on Doma employees, sources sayTitle Resources Group laid off at least 20 employees from Doma's agency division as part of a wider workforce reduction strategy.
Title insurers look to shed their junk fee' image under TrumpThe title insurance industry is facing challenges due to regulatory changes and perceptions framed as junk fees, causing calls for recognition of its importance.
Title Success enters the M&A matchmaking business - HousingWireTitle Success has launched a new website to facilitate mergers and acquisitions for title companies, inspired by online dating app designs.
Title insurers started 2024 slowly, but Q2 premium volume reboundsThe title insurance market rebounded strongly in Q2 2024 with premium volume reaching $4.09 billion, signaling recovery and stability in the industry.
Fidelity CEO says federal government's title insurance proposals are 'misguided'Fidelity National Financial reported significant growth in revenue and net earnings in Q1 2024 compared to Q1 2023.
Title insurers started 2024 slowly, but Q2 premium volume reboundsThe title insurance market rebounded strongly in Q2 2024 with premium volume reaching $4.09 billion, signaling recovery and stability in the industry.
Fidelity CEO says federal government's title insurance proposals are 'misguided'Fidelity National Financial reported significant growth in revenue and net earnings in Q1 2024 compared to Q1 2023.
Opinion: The risks when refinancing: Why title insurance is essential - HousingWireThe Federal Reserve's interest rate cut supports affordability for homebuyers and current homeowners seeking to refinance.
Small businesses power the title insurance industrySmall businesses are essential to the economy, including the title industry, which plays a significant role in protecting homeowners' investments.