What is a Chain of Title? – Captain’s Corner

What is a Chain of Title? A chain of title is the complete successive record of a property's ownership. To clarify, beginning with the earliest owner, title may pass to many individuals. Therefore, each owner is "linked" to the next and a "chain" is formed. In short, a chain of [...]

What is Title Insurance? Title insurance is a contract that protects the policyholder from losses arising from defects in the title. Florida law does not require title insurance. It is a unique type of insurance. It protects against loss from past occurrence, such as a forged deed somewhere in the [...]

What is a Transaction Broker? A transaction broker is a broker who provides limited representation to a buyer, a seller, or both, in a real estate transaction, but does not represent either in a fiduciary capacity or as a single agent. In a transaction broker relationship, a buyer or seller [...]