Category: Title Insurance

Establish Yourself as an Expert on the Local Northern Virginia Scene

Establish Yourself as an Expert on the Local Northern Virginia Scene

Posted on by John Wood in Ratified Title Group, Real Estate, Title Insurance

Establish Yourself as an Expert on the Local Northern Virginia SceneAs a realtor, your clients turn to you to be the expert on the area. What better way to showcase your knowledge of Prince William and the surrounding areas than to share what’s happening around us? Seasonally, or in monthly newsletters, try featuring local festivals and special events that illustrate how in touch you are with the area. You’ll build yourself as a credible resource for local information in no time.

Want to start with your next newsletter or blog? Here are a few upcoming events for the fall season. Continue reading “Establish Yourself as an Expert on the Local Northern Virginia Scene” →

Successful Email Marketing for Realtors

Successful Email Marketing for Realtors

Posted on by John Wood in Ratified Title Group, Real Estate, Title Insurance

Email marketing is one of the most powerful tools to build your business as a realtor. An email marketing campaign done well will increase your bottom line. Additionally, buying a home is not a decision made lightly, but with the right email marketing, you can nurture your clients on their journey to making that momentous purchase. Continue reading “Successful Email Marketing for Realtors” →

5 Impactful Books for Real Estate Agents

Posted on by John Wood in Ratified Title Group, Real Estate, Title Insurance

The best professionals in any industry are always learning. The smartest folks know there’s never a point where you can say, “That’s it. I know everything there is to know about being a real estate agent. I don’t need to learn anything else.” With that in mind, here are a few books we recommend to keep even the most top-notch realtors learning more in their field. Continue reading “5 Impactful Books for Real Estate Agents” →

Help Your Clients Boost Their Home’s Spring Curb Appeal

Help Your Clients Boost Their Home’s Spring Curb Appeal

Posted on by John Wood in Ratified Title Group, Real Estate, Title Insurance

Ahh! Spring! Everything is in bloom, and the temperatures are getting warmer. With peak home-selling season upon us, it’s the perfect time to help your clients looking to sell their home this spring or summer increase curb appeal and make it more attractive to potential buyers. Continue reading “Help Your Clients Boost Their Home’s Spring Curb Appeal” →

Facts You Should Know About Title Insurance

Posted on by John Wood in Ratified Title Group, Real Estate, Title Insurance

Buying a home is a very exciting moment in one’s life, but unless you are the first owner of your home, you are exposed to certain risks when trying to purchase a property. Ideally, the seller has a “clear title” on the property, meaning there are no other claims of ownership against the property. It’s recommended that you purchase title insurance in case title defects arise in the future. Continue reading “Facts You Should Know About Title Insurance” →

Fresh Spring Marketing Ideas for Realtors

Posted on by John Wood in Ratified Title Group, Real Estate, Title, Title Insurance

Though winter seems to want to hang on, it’s officially spring, and with it comes a newness and freshness to everything. So, as all the trees and flowers begin to bloom, why not breathe new life into your real estate business with these spring marketing ideas? Continue reading “Fresh Spring Marketing Ideas for Realtors” →

A Refresher Course on Titles

Posted on by John Wood in Ratified Title Group, Real Estate, Title, Title Insurance, Title Issues

Having a clear title is essential to any real estate transaction, even if you are paying cash. When you have the title to a piece of property, it means you have the right to own and use that piece of property. The title also includes the legal documents that define the property’s boundary lines and how it’s allowed to be used. Continue reading “A Refresher Course on Titles” →

2022 Northern Virginia Housing Market Forecast

Posted on by John Wood in Ratified Title Group, Real Estate, Title, Title Insurance

Despite low inventory, the housing market in Northern Virginia and the country has been buzzing. Interest rates have been low, and sales have been high, even through the pandemic. Expect interest rates to start to climb in 2022. Otherwise, experts say we’ll see more of the same this year. Continue reading “2022 Northern Virginia Housing Market Forecast” →

Tips for a Successful Open House

Posted on by John Wood in Ratified Title Group, Real Estate, Title, Title Insurance

The process of buying a home has become increasingly digital. Additionally, the pandemic put a stop to open houses temporarily, and now homes are in such high demand and selling so quickly that there’s often no time for an open house. An in-person showing is still a valuable tool to sell a home, however. A virtual tour can’t replace walking through a home and getting a feel for what it would be like to live there. An open house also gives you a chance to connect to the real estate agent. Read on for tips on how to have a successful open house. Continue reading “Tips for a Successful Open House” →

Your Down Payment Questions Answered

Your Down Payment Questions Answered

Posted on by John Wood in Ratified Title Group, Real Estate, Title, Title Insurance

When getting a loan to buy a house, you will typically need to make a down payment. This can be daunting as there is a misconception that all down payments have to be 20% of the purchase price of the house. Some lenders only require as little as 3%, but it’s worth considering that the amount of money you put down on a house can lower your interest rate and monthly payments. Continue reading “Your Down Payment Questions Answered” →