General Counsel Blog

09/15/2017

New FinCEN GTOs & Property Information Reports

This week's email is contributed by Melissa Scaletta, Fund VP and Chief Underwriting Counsel. Melissa Murphy is on vacation, but she asked me to share the latest breaking Fund news with you. All of us at The Fund wish the very best to you and your families as we recover from Hurricane Irma.

08/22/2017

FinCEN Reporting to Now Include Wire Transfers!

FinCEN is expected to issue NEW GTOs effective September 22, 2017.

08/08/2017

CFPB/TRID Update

Highlights of the TRID amendments finalized by the CFPB

07/24/2017

Breaking News & Technology

Richard Cordray has resigned and is running for Governor; Technology is here to Stay; New Resource at The Fund; Estoppel Certificate Fees

07/06/2017

6 New Laws of Interest

Here is a summary of 6 new laws that you should be aware of, including changes to Estoppel Certificates, Condominium Laws, and the new Property Information Report.

06/29/2017

7 Simple Ways to Prevent Cyber Fraud

Advice from the FBI on Cyber Fraud, New ALTA Commitment Form FAQs, and Title Now. Cyber fraud continues to be an issue in our industry.

06/15/2017

Exciting News from Tallahassee

Updates and details on the "Estoppel Bill"; New Episode of Title Now Available. On June 14, 2017, Governor Scott signed Senate Bill 398, known affectionately as the "Estoppel bill." This will go into effect on July 1st.

06/01/2017

Summer 2017 Updates

Summer 2017 brings lots of things that require the attention of Fund Members! DoubleTime 7.0.6 Release, New ALTA Commitment Form, and Legislative Activity.