by Heights Title | Dec 9, 2022 | Real Estate
A buyer may have a few ways to back out of a deal and still get their earnest money back from the title company based on the real estate contract. Most contracts favor the homebuyer, but this may only be true in some cases. Learn more about getting earnest money back...
by Heights Title | Sep 28, 2022 | Real Estate
You’re preparing to buy a house, and you thought you knew all the real estate jargon. A mortgage is a type of loan used to purchase a home, closing is when the sale of the property takes place, and a lien is an unpaid debt on a piece of property. Check, check,...
by Heights Title | Sep 7, 2022 | Real Estate
While you may be familiar with title companies from your experience in buying your property, you might be less sure how they assist you as a seller. Just as they do for buyers, when handling real estate closings, title companies are responsible for protecting the...
by Heights Title | Aug 16, 2022 | Real Estate
A City Rich in History and Progress Birmingham, Alabama has experienced a boom in recent years. Great James Beard Award-Winning Restaurants, amazing schools, great parks, and more make Birmingham truly the Magic City. If you’re looking to relocate, consider Birmingham...
by Heights Title | Jul 20, 2022 | Real Estate
A closing agent or settlement agent is the entity or individual who oversees the closing process, including making sure the title is clear and all the money is collected, verified, and disbursed in accordance with the terms of the contract and loan documents. A...
by Heights Title | Jun 15, 2022 | Real Estate
Even in market conditions that favor sellers, buyers can still close on a home they want for a price they can afford. At least, as long as you understand the challenges and do your due diligence. Read on to find out what you need to know to tackle buying in a seller’s...
