Thanksgiving is a time for family, gratitude, and delicious feasts, but hosting the big dinner can be a daunting task. At TitleSmart know that the key to success organization and preparation and the same can be said for hosting a large gathering. Here are six easy tips to ensure your Thanksgiving celebration is smooth and … Read More
Inspiration and Fun
Is Real Estate TikTok Legit? The Good, the Bad, and How To Tell the Difference
When TikTok launched in 2017, it was known as a platform for viral dance videos. Since then, its roughly 1 billion users turn to the social media app for videos on an array of topics, from comedy to cooking to something called #RushTok—an oddly intriguing look at the sorority and fraternity recruitment process on various college campuses. … Read More
Where to Watch Fireworks in 2022
FRIDAY, JULY 1ST RICHFIELD: Band Shell, 636 E 66th St, Richfield, MN 55423. This year there will be a Laser Light Show in place of fireworks. This may be the best option for small kids or those who are sensitive to loud booms. SAINT PAUL: CHS Field, 360 N Broadway St, St Paul, MN 55101. Fireworks show after the Saints … Read More
TitleSmart Technology: Always on the Cutting Edge
TitleSmart is always on the cutting edge of technology to better service our clients. If there is an advancement in the title industry that can benefit the customer experience, we will implement it as quickly as possible. Here are a few examples of how technology is improving the customer experience at TitleSmart and changing … Read More
Settlement vs. Mortgage Statements: Why is the payoff on my settlement statement higher than the balance on my mortgage statement?
You’re selling your home or refinancing your mortgage and at closing, you see that the payoff amount is a bit higher than the principal balance. Why don’t the two numbers match up? This is a common question we receive. Here’s the relatively simple answer. The number you see on your mortgage statement is the principal … Read More
Goal Setting for The Year
I attribute TitleSmart’s success to positive thinking, strategic decision-making, and straight up hard work. And a great way to set yourself up for a successful year is through thoughtful goal setting. Goals should be both personal and professional! Push yourself to dig deep and don’t be afraid to set BIG goals! So, how can you … Read More
Brighten Up Your Winter with a Good Book
From pages made from papyrus plants in ancient Egypt, to parchment from calf and deer skin in ancient Greece, to the first papers made from plant pulp in ancient China, books have seen many incarnations over the millennia. Even today with the wide availability of e-books, most book lovers still say they prefer the feel … Read More
Back to School Lesson: A History of Title Insurance
It’s back-to-school season, and what better way to honor our educational system than by brushing up on a little history lesson? So, sharpen those pencils, and get ready to learn The History of Title Insurance. You may not realize it, but the days before title insurance were pretty risky for homebuyers. Until 1868, purchases … Read More
Your Business Back-to-School Checklist
As summer winds down, it’s time to start thinking about that familiar tradition of our youth: the back-to-school routine. Students of all ages are dusting off their backpacks, stocking up on supplies, and sharpening their pencils, but why leave all the fun of organizing and planning for a fresh fall start to the kids? … Read More
The Benefits of Being a Smartie
Here at TitleSmart, we are incredibly grateful for our hard-working and dedicated employees. And we show our appreciation through a robust benefits program that includes comprehensive medical and dental insurance, a life insurance benefit policy, gym membership subsidies, and homebuying discounts, just to name a few. Everybody knows that one of the most important aspects … Read More