General Counsel Blog
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06/12/2023
Change is Coming: New Federal Law, Mortgage Payoffs & More
Dear Members, Summer is here, along with kids out of school and afternoon storms. Hope you have a great summer planned and have the chance to take a break or two to relax. My plans include a road trip to Rochester, NY in early July. I am joining a friend who is moving up there and needed company on the long drive. I have never been to that area of the country and am looking forward to it (and some cooler weather!). Lots going on to report. Let's get started.
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05/26/2023
New “Foreign Principals” Law, ALTA Fraud Flyer & More
Dear Members, Fund Assembly 2023 is now behind us. It was a great event, as usual, and I am consistently amazed at the talent, knowledge and creativity of our people - both staff and Members - who have a part in making Fund Assembly so special. Mark your calendars for next year's Fund Assembly: May 16-18, 2024, Signia by Hilton at Bonnet Creek, Orlando, Florida.
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05/08/2023
New GTO, CPL & Fund Attorney Shout Out
Dear Members, It's a great time of year! Weather is, for the most part, glorious. Flowers are blooming! And Assembly is right around the corner. Hope to see you in Orlando for the world's best industry meeting! Here's what is going on this week:
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04/21/2023
Tallahassee, TITL, Title Notes, Title Now & More
Dear Members, There is a lot going on this week so hang onto your hats! I hope it is all helpful information.
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03/31/2023
Final Four, Fraud Reminder, Forum & More
Dear Members, MARCH MADNESS definitely lived up to its name this year. Crazy games going down to the last second, which made losses all the more heartbreaking for players and fans! It's not over yet………….. (and, yes, the Women's playoffs are just as impressive so you have four great nights of basketball ahead of you this week.)
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03/17/2023
Update on Bank Failures, Advocacy Opportunity & More Fraud Worries
Dear Members, A few things warranted an out of sequence blog posting. I didn't want to delay getting this information out to you!
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03/14/2023
Bank Failures, Data Call & Congratulations to One of Our Own
Dear Members, This is a great week in my estimation. March Madness kicks off with a wide open field of possible survivors to the Final Four. Even though my Gators are not in the mix, I will root for all of the SEC teams to make it deep into the tournament. And, on top of that, TED LASSO SEASON 3 IS HERE! My cup runneth over…………..
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02/06/2023
Audits, Assembly & Affiliate Day
Dear Members, Today's message covers a range of stuff. Please pay particular attention to the message about our Member audit process. It's important.
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01/17/2023
DOR Forms, DFS Surcharge and Bar Exam Pass Rates
Dear Members, Hope your 2023 is going well. We are busy getting ready for Assembly 2023 (registration opens February 1!). The 2023 legislative session kicks off in early March but committee meetings are underway so we are closely monitoring legislation that might affect you and your practices. A couple of bits of information for you today so read on.
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12/30/2022
Challenges & Opportunities Ahead
Dear Members, Just a few thoughts before we wrap up 2022 and head into 2023. A lot has been going on in our industry over the past several years; there have been so many challenges! I've been impressed with how you have adapted to the changes driven by the pandemic and then the exploding market. I am also proud of the way The Fund has adapted and continued to support you. Hope you feel the same way!
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