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
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
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
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
Here at TitleSmart, every closing is a first-class closing. Plain and simple. But, how does a first-class closing differ from a regular closing? In a first-class closing at TitleSmart, we make sure everything is easy, friendly and special down to the smallest detail. From the second you walk in, to your final goodbye, we have … Read More
Since day one, TitleSmart has understood the importance of an outstanding customer experience. We do everything with the customer in mind. If you are struggling in this department, here are 5 easy ways to start improving your customer’s experience today! Have a Warm and Inviting Office Tan is the new white! The first thing … Read More
Imagine going to sell your home only to find out that there is an open second mortgage on the home from the previous owner. You may have never known anything about it or thought was paid off when you originally purchased the home, but the reality is that it is still an open lien on … Read More
Imagine closing on your new home, moving in, and getting settled. Things seem perfect, but then out of the blue a long-lost relative of the estate comes to claim ownership of your property and the court agrees that the relative is the legal owner! Without an owner’s title insurance policy not only will you no … Read More
A lot has been going on behind the scenes these past few months with the build-out of our new corporate office! We had been looking for a larger corporate office for our growing team for a while and finally found the perfect space in White Bear Lake to call our new home. After the location … Read More
Buying a home is an exciting and emotional time for many people. To help you buy your home with more confidence, make sure you get owner’s title insurance. Here’s why it’s so important for you. 1. Protects Your Largest Investment A home is probably the single largest investment you’ll make in your life. You insure … Read More