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NAR Settlement:
Broker Compensation Resources
The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) settlement prompted significant changes that have impacted the entire real estate industry. Use these resources to help you navigate the changes and ultimately grow your business.
Vendor
Marketplace
Your Purchasing Decisions Just Got Easier. This online directory makes it easy and convenient to connect with a select group of trusted vendors who stand ready to provide the top-notch customer service you expect and deserve.
The Fund Real
Estate Forum
The Fund's Real Estate Forum is for you! Interested in the kinds of issues Fund Members across the state are dealing with… or have a question to pose to a group of Fund Members? This incredible resource is FREE to join too.
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General Counsel Blog
Your source for important updates and recent changes that are impacting the Real Estate industry in Florida.
Title Now Podcast
Melissa Jay Murphy hosts a podcast with in depth discussions including special guests, engaging conversation and different perspectives on the Real Estate Industry in Florida.
Florida ARECs
The Florida Attorneys' Real Estate Councils by The Fund or Florida ARECs is a coalition of local real estate councils (RECs) across the state representing nearly 1,000 real estate attorneys.
Information Security
Learn how to protect you and your practice from cyber attacks and fraud, because no one is immune.
Digital Closings
Real estate closings are moving in the direction of less paper and more technology. Learn about digital closings and how to get your practice ready.
Florida Property County Links
Property Appraiser, Tax Collector, Official Records and Court Cases of all 67 Counties.
FinCEN Reporting
- GTO & BOI
FinCEN’s reach continues to expand, both in terms of Geographic Targeting Orders and now with Beneficial Ownership Information reporting.
Conveyances to Foreign Entities - Notice & Affidavit
Stay informed on the the new law, SB 264 that restricts ownership by "foreign principals" from several "foreign countries of concern."
Helpful Links
For your convenience, we provide these links so you can access commonly requested information.
Underwriting Knowledge
Fund Alerts
Urgent industry and underwriting news bulletins.
Fund Concept
Written by attorneys for attorneys. If you are looking for the latest developments in real estate law and the title industry, this is where you will find them.
Title Notes
Written in user-friendly language, it cross-references with Uniform Title Standards from the Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section of The Florida Bar.
Extrahazardous Risks
These risks are considered extrahazardous, unusual and extraordinary they require written underwriting approval for insuring.
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Forms
Download ALTA Forms, Schedules & Endorsements.
ALTA Settlement Statements
Standardized ALTA Settlement Statements for title insurance and settlement companies to use to itemize all the fees and charges.
Paradigms, Charts and Other Tools
Designed to assist you with the analysis of specific title complications as well as guidance on how to deal with challenging issues.
Mortgage Foreclosure Checklist
Use this checklist to help you prepare for a foreclosure.
Closing Flowcharts
Use these flowcharts to help organize and execute your real estate closings.
Worksheets
Rating spreadsheets to help you calculate promulgated rates and Fund remittances.
Calculators by The Fund
Power Up Your Practice! Take advantage of our Real Estate Calculators designed to make estimating your premium transactions and closing costs easier and more efficient.
Mortgage Release Certificate
A combination Appointment and Mortgage Release Certificate for your use based on section 701.041 of the Florida Statutes.
Marketing Tools
A collection of Members-only tools & resources to help you grow your practice.
Fund Shop
A convenient, one-stop shopping resource where you can order digital, printed, downloadable materials and resources to build your brand and share with clients.
Print Shop
Order your firm’s stationery from us and we’ll provide you with the same quick service & quality products that you’ve come to know and trust from The Fund.
ConnectOR by The Fund
A Members-only social media platform loaded with ready-to-share content.
Deep Dive
On-Demand Training
Video instruction for continuing legal education at anytime.
ALTA Best Practices
Industry best practices developed by ALTA can help title professionals meet the new market demands.
Fund Procedures Handbook
Frequently asked questions regarding the proper way to complete Fund commitment and policy forms and to issue endorsements.
Finding Base Title
The guidelines in this section apply to proposed commitments and policies not exceeding $1 million.
Preparing a Policy
Title issues and policy preparation The Fund has all the products and services you need to keep you compliant and up to date.
Marking Up a Commitment
The commitment is a binding offer to issue title insurance. It can also serve as a TO-DO list for your closing. So, how does one mark up a commitment?