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September 21, 2020
Published by Mara Alyson on September 21, 2020
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UNDERWRITING Q&A: Can a Quitclaim Deed be used, instead of a foreclosure, to eliminate the interest of a vendee? (Florida)

A: Most likely, no.   An Agreement for Deed, also known as an “Installment Land Contract” is a form of owner financing.  The seller initially conveys equitable […]
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August 24, 2020
Published by Mara Alyson on August 24, 2020
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UNDERWRITING Q&A: What is the Data Call and is it really required? (Florida)

A: Florida DFS-licensed title agencies, located in and outside Florida, are required to  submit information (“The Data Call”) about their businesses to the Florida Office of […]
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July 21, 2020
Published by Mara Alyson on July 21, 2020
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Underwriting Q&A: How do I correct an error in a legal description? (Florida)

A: Effective July 1, 2020, Scrivener’s Errors found in legal descriptions shall be corrected by Curative Notice recorded in the public records.   Errors found in quitclaim […]
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September 19, 2018
Published by Mara Alyson on September 19, 2018
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Underwriting Q&A: The Grantor in the proposed insured transaction is a Trust. How does the Deed have to be prepared so that a title insurance policy can be issued?

Question: The Grantor in the proposed insured transaction is a Trust. How does the Deed have to be prepared so that a title insurance policy can […]
Mara AlysonMara Alyson September 19, 2018