When it comes to real estate, “deed” and “title” are often used interchangeably. But they actually refer to two very different things. Understanding the distinction isn’t just helpful, it’s essential.

If you’re buying a home for the first time, you’ll likely encounter a number of new terms that probably have never been part of your vocabulary — origination fee, escrow, contingencies (to name just a ...

Explore how a Deed of Trust works in real estate transactions, its benefits over mortgages, the role of trustees, and foreclosure processes in states using trust deeds.

Many people who wouldn’t think of hiring a new employee without doing a thorough background check will go right ahead and buy a new home without knowing anything about the property’s “pedigree”.

As you approach closing day for your home purchase, you're going to hear a lot of discussion about the deed and title of your property. Both are an important part of owning real estate, but it can be ...

When buying a house, you might hear the seller or your real estate agent discussing the property's deed or title. While the two sound similar, there are key differences. The property deed shows the ...