Title 101: An Introduction to Title Insurance in Texas

TLTA is pleased to present an updated, live presentation of a unique educational opportunity for new title agency owners, those new to a management position or those in need of a refresher. Presented by outstanding and experienced title industry professionals, this one-of-a-kind program will cover topics such as regulatory compliance, accounting, other key duties and responsibilities of a title agent and much more.

NOTE: Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 8! Make sure you vote early if you are attending this program.

Schedule at a Glance

MONDAY, Nov. 7, 2016
9:30 AM	Registration and Refreshments
10 AM	Basics of Title Insurance – What and Why Janet Minke, CTIP, Alliant National Title Insurance Company History of title insurance Why title insurance? What it is/what it does Title insurance vs. other forms of insurance Glossary of terms and definitions
11 AM	Flow of a Standard Transaction Teresa Frost, CTIP, National Investors Title Insurance Company Flow of standard transaction chart What to look for on a contract Earnest money contracts Funding, closing and post closing
NOON	Lunch
12:45 PM	Basic Concepts of Land Ownership Lisa Beville, CTIP, Fidelity National Title Group Different estates and interests in land – what is insurable and what isn't How property transfers – changes in ownership = "chain of title" Rights in real property
1:45 PM	Understanding Conveyances and Liens – Voluntary and Involuntary *Lisa Beville, CTIP, Fidelity National Title Group* Conveyances Proper execution of a conveyance Deeds Documents affecting liens Recording
2:45 PM	Break
3 PM	Abstract and Examination Teresa Frost, CTIP, National Investors Title Insurance Company Title plants The process of abstracting or examining Chain of title Writing up the results How to work an order
4 PM	Understanding the Commitment Janet S. Minke, CTIP, Alliant National Title Insurance Company Who can issue a commitment? What is a commitment? Understanding the schedules Good practices Understanding the insured closing letter
5 PM	Adjourn

TUESDAY, Nov. 8, 2016
8 AM	Registration and Refreshments
8:30 AM	Endorsements Janet S. Minke, CTIP, Alliant National Title Insurance Company Guide to endorsements Endorsement checklist Key endorsements and coverage Endorsement relationship to surveys "Final" commitments
9:30 AM	Surveys – New and Existing Janet S. Minke, CTIP, Alliant National Title Insurance Company Different types of surveys Contract terms – lender instructions Survey review checklist
10:30 AM	Break
10:45 AM	Basic Concepts of Escrow and Minimum Standards EJ Brent, CESP, CTIP, NTP, First American Title Insurance Company What is an "escrow?" Types of escrow accounts Good funds Texas minimum standards of escrow accounting Post-closing escrows
11:45 AM	Lunch
12:30 PM	Preparing to Close Teresa Frost, CTIP, National Investors Title Insurance Company Curative matters – from the commitment Estates/probate and inheritance, divorce and foreclosure Liens Review of instructions TDI regulations – state law
1:30 PM	Break
1:45 PM	Closing the Transaction Teresa Frost, CTIP, National Investors Title Insurance Company Completing the Settlement Statement (HUD-1) Preparing for closing Receipts and disbursements Payoffs and late fees Recording documents
2:45 PM	Policy Production and Completing the File EJ Brent, CESP, CTIP, NTP, First American Title Insurance Company Producing a policy Verifying information Post-closing issues Claims
3:45 PM	Adjourn

Understanding Conveyances and Liens - Voluntary and Involuntary

Lisa Beville, CTIP, Fidelity National Title Group

Conveyances
Proper execution of a conveyance
Deeds
Documents affecting liens
Recording

Understanding Conveyances and Liens - Voluntary and Involuntary

Lisa Beville, CTIP, Fidelity National Title Group

Conveyances
Proper execution of a conveyance
Deeds
Documents affecting liens
Recording

Understanding Conveyances and Liens - Voluntary and Involuntary

Lisa Beville, CTIP, Fidelity National Title Group

Conveyances
Proper execution of a conveyance
Deeds
Documents affecting liens
Recording


	PROGRAM LOCATION Dallas/Addison Marriott Quorum by the Galleria 14901 Dallas Pkwy. Dallas, Texas 75254 972.661.2800 FEES TLTA Members: $425 (Early - Register by Oct. 28) $450 (After Oct. 28) TLTA Nonmembers: $475 (Early - Register by Oct. 28) $500 (After Oct. 28) HOTEL RESERVATION TLTA Group Rate $149 Single/Double Special Rate Cut-off: Oct. 21 (rooms in the TLTA block are limited) 800.228.9290 or 972.661.2800 Reference Texas Land Title Association Book your room online BROCHURE Get detailed information regarding the program ATTENDEES Find out who is attending the seminar