Plain-English explainers on title, escrow, and the California market — written by the people who close the file.
How does a 1031 exchange interact with Title in California? A 1031 exchange affects how property title is held because the same taxpayer must sell and acquire real…
What title red flags should sellers fix before listing in California? Sellers should correct issues like unpaid liens, boundary disputes, ownership discrepancies, and missing releases before listing. Fixing…
Does title insurance cover fraud or forgery in California? Yes. Title insurance in California can cover certain cases of fraud or forgery that affect property ownership, but coverage…
What is a preliminary title report (prelim) in California? A preliminary title report in California is a document prepared by a title company that shows the current ownership,…
What’s the difference between title insurance and homeowners insurance in California? Title insurance protects your ownership rights to the property, while homeowners insurance protects your home and belongings…
Can title insurance be transferred after closing in California? 805title Answers No, title insurance cannot be transferred after closing. Each new owner must purchase their own policy to…
How is title insurance calculated in California? 805title’s Cost Breakdown How is title insurance calculated in California? Title insurance in California is calculated based on the property’s purchase…
Can I shop for title insurance in California without slowing escrow? Yes, you can shop for title insurance in California without delaying your escrow, as long as you…
Quick answer: Title insurance in California typically costs 0.5%–1% of the purchase price, paid once at closing. On a $750,000 Ventura County home, the combined owner’s and lender’s…
How do trust or probate sales change title and escrow steps in California? Trust and probate sales in California add extra legal and documentation steps to title and…