Mezzanine loans play a unique role in commercial real estate finance. This session will explain what mezzanine loans are, how these foreclosures are conducted, how to identify if one has occurred, and why they matter for title professionals. We’ll cover…
Mechanic’s liens can complicate even the most straightforward commercial transactions. This session offers a practical overview of how to approach mechanic’s lien risk, what coverage is typically available under title insurance policies, and the types of documentation that may be…
Join Len Prescott, Director of Underwriting for First American’s Agency Division, for an engaging conversation about the roles, expectations, and objectives characterizing the underwriter/agent/dealmaker relationships within complex commercial transactions. Attendees will share experiences and leave with key insights, practical tools,…
This presentation explores key issues in commercial escrow, including state regulatory variations, the increase in federal requirements, risk management, and emerging fraud trends. It highlights the evolving role of FinTech and nontraditional escrow arrangements, and introduces the Uniform Law Commission’s…
In commercial underwriting, the fine print matters. This session takes a focused look at six of the most common documents in commercial deals: purchase agreements, escrow agreements, escrow letters, title commitments, leases, and subordinations. We will uncover language pitfalls that…
Commercial transactions can be tricky—and sometimes you just need to talk it through. This interactive session offers a chance to connect with peers, share experiences, and brainstorm practical solutions to complex commercial scenarios.
This session will detail real-life title scenarios reviewed by Presenters for underwriting consideration. We will explore the problems presented and provide detailed explanation of the applicable and available endorsements coverages pertaining to each issue.
Could you be sued over an escrow instruction letter? Are you sure you understand what you’re signing? In commercial title, we sign escrow instructions every day, but there are often pitfalls and hazards hiding in plain sight. What seems like…
In this interactive session we will discuss the four things every commercial title agent should be using in their marketing mix and why. Title agent marketing and commercial real estate have come a long way in the last decade...are you…
This session will discuss current hot topics in commercial real estate transactions and identify the main characteristics and challenges. It's essential for professionals engaged in commercial transactions, whether closing or underwriting, to consider the legal and ethical issues involved and use…