by tech@titletap.com | Jun 21, 2026 | Residential, Title and Closing
Your lender can help you evaluate whether a refinance loan meets your needs. Once you are considering a transaction, the settlement questions are different: what title work is needed, which fees apply, who must sign and how the existing loan will be paid off.Keep loan... by tech@titletap.com | Apr 18, 2026 | Residential, Title and Closing
Your Roanoke real estate closing may be complete, but questions can arise when your first mortgage statement or final ownership documents arrive. Start with the provider responsible for the issue. Keeping your settlement records and verified contact information... by tech@titletap.com | Mar 11, 2026 | Residential
Unpacking the Essentials: Earnest Money and Down Payments When it comes to the world of real estate, two terms frequently surface in conversations about buying a home: earnest money and down payment. While they may sound similar, they serve very different purposes in... by tech@titletap.com | Mar 10, 2026 | Residential, Title and Closing
If a property has a possible contamination, drainage, access or boundary issue, identify it before settlement. Title work is one part of your due diligence; it does not replace a physical inspection, survey or environmental assessment.What title research can help... by tech@titletap.com | Sep 3, 2025 | Residential, Title and Closing
A fence, hedge or driveway may raise questions about the property you plan to buy. Tell the settlement team about a known boundary concern early, rather than waiting until the signing appointment. Different professionals answer different parts of that question.A title... by tech@titletap.com | Sep 3, 2025 | Residential, Title and Closing
Your real estate agent and settlement company work on the same purchase, but they have different responsibilities. Knowing whom to contact makes it easier to prepare for closing and resolve questions early.Your agent handles brokerage and negotiationsAsk your agent...