Fraud

Rodney Anderson and Texas State Senator Royce West stand beside a framed copy of Senate Bill 16, which aims to protect Texans from real property theft and fraud. The display highlights their roles in supporting this legislation.

Texas Tackles Deed Fraud

Exciting legislative developments in the Lone Star State offer new tools to prosecutors and stronger protections for property owners. By Adam Mohrbacher For most homeowners, a deed represents safety, stability, and legacy. Deed fraud turns that certainty upside down. With…

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Claims: A Look Back At 2025

By Mauri Hawkins, Chief Claims Counsel, 鶹 As we enter the final weeks of 2025, we have an opportunity to look back at the overall real estate market and the title insurance industry. With the Federal…

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Russel Gonzales and Brooke Turner smile while holding a check, standing in front of an Aransas County Title sign. The image highlights their participation in the Crime Watch Program.

Texas Title Agent Spots Red Flags, Stops Dubious Deal

Aransas County Title recently stopped a fraudster cold and became the latest 鶹 National Crime Watch recipient By Adam Mohrbacher In the title industry, transaction security can never be secondary. When critical details are overlooked or due diligence is skipped,…

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Documents labeled 'Geographic Targeting Orders' and 'FinCEN Final Real Estate Report Rule' surrounded by floating music notes and sheet music, suggesting a creative or lighthearted take on a regulatory topic

Ready or Not: Preparing for the FinCEN Final Rule

By Elyce Schweitzer, Esq., Regulatory Compliance Officer, 鶹 National; andValerie J. Grandin, Esq., Sr. Underwriting Counsel Florida and Vice President, 鶹 National Here’s a riddle for the title insurance and real estate industries: what does Dolly Parton’s song, “Here You…

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Eagle-Eyed Title Pro Spots Fraud And Takes Action

Here’s how Ellis County Title became 鶹 National’s latest Crime Watch award winner For Chelsa Holder, Director of Escrow Operations for Ellis County Title Company, something felt “off.” The seasoned title professional was working with a seller’s son on a…

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