Commercial Title Examiner - MN/IA (Remote) at First American

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Title Insurance, Real EstateIndustries

Requirements

  • 3-5+ years of Commercial Title Exam or directly related experience
  • Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Ability to abstract and analyze records (mortgages, leases, liens, etc.)
  • Experience with online research and obtaining document copies
  • Familiarity with title work procedures and guidelines

Responsibilities

  • Performs title examination and examines the chain of title for a wide range of title orders, primarily commercial transactions
  • Abstracts and analyzes records, such as mortgages, leases, subleases, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plat and map books
  • Determines ownership and legal restrictions to verify legal description of property and completeness of records
  • Resolves most issues such as missing information, incomplete, inaccurate, or contradictory information contained in the title documentation
  • Prepares initial title commitment documentation based on established guidelines
  • Prepares and reviews reports for accuracy
  • May provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines
  • Preparing various types of title reports following preestablished First American search and exam guidelines
  • Performs online research, obtains document copies from county website and other approved imaging systems

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Title ExaminationCommercial Title ExamAbstracting RecordsChain of Title AnalysisRecord AnalysisMortgagesLeasesLiensOnline ResearchTitle CommitmentTitle Reports

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote?

Yes, this is a fully remote position.

What is the salary for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What experience and skills are required for this position?

Candidates need 3-5+ years of Commercial Title Exam or related experience, ability to abstract and analyze records like mortgages and liens, experience with online research and obtaining document copies, and familiarity with title work procedures. They must also work under pressure and meet deadlines.

What is the company culture like at First American?

First American has been recognized as a top workplace for nine consecutive years and has received numerous awards for diversity and inclusion.

What makes a strong candidate for this Commercial Title Examiner role?

A strong candidate will have 3-5+ years of direct experience in commercial title examination, proven skills in abstracting records and online research, and the ability to resolve title issues under pressure while meeting deadlines.

First American

Provides title insurance and real estate services

About First American

First American provides title insurance, specialty insurance, and various real estate-related services. Their title insurance protects homebuyers and property owners from potential ownership disputes and financial losses related to real estate transactions. The company offers a platform called myFirstAm®, which allows users to access property information, manage orders, and streamline the closing process from any device. Unlike many competitors, First American has a vast database of property data, with over 5.5 billion document images, making it a leading provider of real estate data solutions. The company's goal is to facilitate smooth real estate transactions while ensuring that clients' investments are protected.

Santa Ana, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1889Year Founded
$800.2MTotal Funding
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Financial Services, Real EstateIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

401k matching
Health, vision, dental insurance
Professional development

Risks

Data breach allegations could harm First American's reputation and lead to legal issues.
Integration of Mother Lode may face challenges and financial risks.
Dependence on digital transformation poses risks if technology advances rapidly.

Differentiation

First American offers comprehensive title insurance and settlement services nationwide.
The company provides a vast database of over 5.5 billion document images.
First American's digital platform, myFirstAm®, enhances real estate transaction efficiency.

Upsides

Acquisition of Mother Lode expands First American's market share in California.
Docutech purchase boosts First American's digital mortgage revenue by 38%.
Growing fintech trends align with First American's digital transformation strategy.

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