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Baby boomers have reclaimed their spot as the largest group of home buyers, outpacing millennials, according to NAR’s latest report. With many paying cash and downsizing, this generational shift is reshaping today’s housing market.

How the New Tariffs Could Shake Up the Housing Market President Trump recently proclaimed a bold new phase in U.S. trade policy—what he calls “Liberation Day”—by unveiling a sweeping set of tariffs that may have a direct impact on the American housing market. The plan...

  The Hidden Risks in Title Searches That Could Cost You Big For lenders, investors, and attorneys, title searches are a critical step in mitigating risk before a transaction closes. But what if the search itself contains gaps or oversights? Many professionals...

The Shrinking Workforce of Professional Title Searchers The title search industry is facing a serious workforce shortage—one that could affect turnaround times for years to come. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we lost a substantial number of skilled title searchers....

As the push for renewable energy expands, wind farms are becoming a common sight across the country. However, for developers and investors, understanding wind rights and their impact on land ownership is a critical step in ensuring smooth project development. Title...

When buying a home, many prospective buyers overlook one critical factor: municipal liens. These legal claims can significantly impact property ownership, affecting everything from mortgage approvals to the risk of foreclosure. In this article, readers will...

The real estate market ended 2024 on a high note, with existing home sales climbing by 2.2% in December, according to a report by the National Association of Realtors (NAR). This increase highlights a renewed sense of momentum in the housing market after months of...

When it comes to title searches, mineral rights, and document retrieval, having a reliable partner can save you valuable time and prevent unnecessary delays. At Real Title Services, we understand the importance of efficiency and accuracy in managing these critical...

CATIC Underwriter-Backed Search Products Are you already a CATIC-approved policy-issuing agent or using CATIC as one of your underwriters? Great news—Real Title Services is now a CATIC-approved title search provider! This means you can order CATIC-backed title...

While these are only predictions, let's see what's "in the cards..." The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) just shared some exciting predictions for the mortgage market in 2025 (which is closer than I am comfortable with--where did the time fly?!): Big Boost in Total...