When purchasing a home you may hear the word "escrow" being used frequently. And unless someone explains it, you may find yourself in the dark about what it exactly it is and what it is used for. 

Whether you’re buying or building a new home, or you’re a real estate pro helping a homebuyer make an important decision on their home, you should know one of the first and most important steps of the process is to have a land survey completed. But what is a land survey?

Buying a home is a big investment, and it's important to do everything you can to protect yourself from scams. One way to do this is to order a municipal lien search.

A municipal lien search is a process of checking public records to identify any hidden outstanding debts or encumbrances on a property. This search can protect homeowners from scams by alerting them to any outstanding debts or obligations on the property, which could be used as a bargaining chip by a scam artist.

But, how can a lien be used to scam me, as a homeowner?

Are you looking to sell your home and make a lasting impression on potential buyers? Staging your home is the key to attracting interest and securing the best price possible. In this blog, we'll share expert tips and tricks to help you showcase your home in its best light and make a memorable impact on every visitor.

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned pro, buying a home can be an exciting and overwhelming process. With so many options on the market, it can be difficult to know which type of home is right for you. That's why we've put together this informative guide to educate you on the 5 most common types of homes and help you choose the one that's the best fit for your lifestyle and needs. From traditional single-family homes to modern townhouses and everything in between, we'll explore the pros and cons of each type of home so you can make an informed decision. 

When you’re purchasing a home, it can be an exciting process. However, there are many things to look out for during the process, such as liens or hidden debt on the property you are planning to purchase. Here is where a municipal lien search comes into play, and why you need one.

Isn't it crazy how one statement can disrupt an entire industry?

Well that is what the DFS did to the title industry over the last week and a half. On February 6th the DFS posted their original statement regarding "3rd Party Fees". On February 13th they removed their statement and reissued a new one on February 14th. 

This new information sent our competition into a flurry, with only one mode of payment available what were they going to do? 

If you did not know Elite has been accepting credit payments since 2015. In 2017 we added a portal on our website that allows your clients to pay for their searches directly! The best part? Currently there are no additional fees to utilize this service for you or your clients! 

How is it done? 

1. Provide your client with the invoice # and amount due
2. Have them head over to http://www.elitepropertyresearch.com/payments 
3. They fill out the payment information and press 'submit'

And they're done. No need for a webinar to explain the process, it's really that simple! 

Whats the deal with climate change. Some people say it doesn't exist while others are adamant that it does. I think there is something that we all can agree on... we should take care of our planet and our resources.

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, everyone is in high gear preparing for family and friends. This can be a stressful time for many people so we have thrown together some tips to help make this thankful day a little easier on you!