A seller’s post-settlement occupancy agreement, also referred to as a rent back agreement, is when a seller intends to stay in the buyer's home for a defined time after settlement. For example, the seller may need a grace period before moving from one property to another, or the seller might need … [Read more...] about Seller’s Post-Settlement Occupancy Agreement (Part One)
Questions You Should Ask Your Title & Escrow Provider, Part One
In our daily lives, we do so many things repeatedly that it’s just second nature, but buying, selling and closing on a home isn’t one of those things. The Highland Title + Escrow team understands that you may have questions regarding the process, and we welcome the opportunity to answer them. So … [Read more...] about Questions You Should Ask Your Title & Escrow Provider, Part One
Earnest Money: What is it, and why is it important?
In Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary, the third definition under the earnest entry is “something of value given by a buyer to a seller to bind a bargain”. At Highland Title + Escrow, we are earnest (first definition in the entry) title professionals, and this post will shed light on the importance … [Read more...] about Earnest Money: What is it, and why is it important?