Title, escrow and real estate

Title Insurance – Never Purchase a Home Without It!

By Marsha Gray

Question: Marsha, I’m buying the home I’ve rented for five years from my friend and landlord. It’s an off-market, all cash transaction. Do I really need to purchase title insurance?…

What Are Real Estate Contingencies?

By Marsha Gray

Question: Marsha, I am currently selling my home. A buyer made an offer and after negotiations we’ve settled on a price and closing date. It seems like there are quite…

What Does That Really Mean?

By Marsha Gray

Question: Marsha, I just started my home search. I read ads for homes and I get excited about seeing the house in person. Often, I’m disappointed. The ads descriptions and…

The Digital Real State Agent

By Marsha Gray

Question: With the emergence of the internet and search technology, is a real estate agent really necessary in today’s world of buying and selling homes? What do you think?  Are…

Your Journey Home

By Marsha Gray

Question- My wife and I are ready to make our first home purchase. We’ve chosen an agent, have loan pre-approval and are ready to go. What can we expect from…