You have to take a pre-licensing class with a state approved school. This class consists of 16 hours. It can be on-line or in-class. Once you complete the course you sign up Pearson Vue to take the state exam. Once you pass the exam you will need a criminal background check and a notary certificate.
Generally speaking, a title insurance producer is the same as a title insurance agent.
You obtain title insurance from a licensed title insurance agent; I would not purchase it from a captive agent (that is, from the lender providing my loan, or from the realtor listing/selling the house).
No, that will come from the title company that handles the closing.
Title insurance costs are regional. You need to contact a title insurance company in your area. You will need to have a professional title examination done to get an owner's policy. The title insurance company can refer you to an agent. There aren't any other options that I know of.
To become a title insurance agent in Maine, you must first complete a pre-licensing education course approved by the Maine Bureau of Insurance. After finishing the course, you need to pass the state licensing exam. Once you’ve passed, you can apply for a title insurance agent license through the Maine Bureau of Insurance. Additionally, you may need to provide proof of a background check and meet any other state-specific requirements.
"Advantage" title insurance sounds like a product of a particular Underwriting company. It is not a TYPE of title insurance. Many Underwriters have a "premium" Policy available to consumers that has additional benefits over the standard insurance. Ask your title agent for a side-by-side comparison of the two policies.
Absolutely you can, call your local insurance agent.
I am a Title Insurance Agent in Florida. I earn $46,000 per year. I have 2 years experience and work for a small company.
Look for a licensed title insurance agent with an office in the state you are transacting business in. You can contact your state insurance administration for information or a list of licensed agents in your state or look on line for a licensed title insurance agent in your local area. I would recommend confirming they are licensed and bonded. You can also check other qualifications by looking for a title company affiliated with local chambers of commerce and or professional associations like ALTA.
I depends on the state that you are in. In most states you can find the information on the government website under insurance.
To become a title agent in Massachusetts, you must first complete a title insurance pre-licensing course approved by the Massachusetts Division of Insurance. After completing the course, you need to pass the state licensing exam. Additionally, you must submit a license application along with any required fees and background checks. Once licensed, you can work independently or with a title insurance company.
Any agent should be able to help you.