Navigating the Changes: A Guide to the New NVAR Standard Forms for Real Estate Agents
At Ratified Title Group (RTG), we are committed to keeping our agents and clients informed of the latest industry changes and developments. That’s why we’re …
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Help Your First-Time Homebuyers Avoid These Common Mistakes
Buying a home for the first time can be both thrilling and scary. There are so many steps to buying a home and so many …
Summer 2022 Real Estate Market Update
Summer is typically the busy season for the housing market, and the July Virginia Realtors® home sales report is out. The report shows a noticeable …
Fresh Spring Marketing Ideas for Realtors
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 …
A Refresher Course on Titles
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 …
2022 Northern Virginia Housing Market Forecast
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, …
Tips for a Successful Open House
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 …
Your Down Payment Questions Answered
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 …
Why You May Need a Property Survey
A survey is not always required to close on a property but is useful for showing some important information, such as the exact location of …
Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Title Company
According to the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act, you have a right to choose your own title company. You should still ask your real estate …