Our client, a leading provider of residential real estate services is seeking an experienced Title Assistant for an onsite contract opportunity in Glendale, CA
Required Skills & Experience
- 3+ years of experience as a Title Officer / Assistant
- Proficient use of Word processing, Spreadsheets, Internet software, Outlook E-mail, Order processing, Microsoft Windows,
- Knowledge of on-line Grantor Grantee Indexes and County Assessor Website.
What You Will Be Doing
Examines and analyzes chains of title and records such as deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, and plat and map books to determine ownership and legal restrictions and to verify legal description of property.Copies and summarizes recorded documents such as mortgages, trust deeds, contracts, and easements affecting the condition of title to property.Analyzes recorded documents and prepares title commitments outlining restrictions and actions required to clear title.Prices commitments, endorsements, policies, and credits using appropriate schedules of fees and charges.Performs “file maintenance.” Responds to phone calls and written requests from customers and performs updates and makes changes in accordance with these requests within the guidelines set forth by the underwriter.Reviews documents and performs “date-down” prior to approving the recording of original documents.Prepares appropriate write-ups for title insurance policies.