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Can I Purchase Additional Title Insurance If Needed?
06/01/2026 10:10 AM
Insurance is designed to provide you with a safety net in the event of the unexpected. Unlike a homeowner’s insurance policy or an automobile policy that changes annually, a title insurance policy ensures you have coverage against unexpected title claims for as long as you own the pr...
Smart Ways To Navigate Commercial Boundary Disputes
05/27/2026 09:33 AM
Whether you’re in the process of acquiring a new commercial property or you’ve had a commercial space for years, there’s the possibility that you’ll find out from a surveyor or a neighbor that there is a potential issue with your p...
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Can A Lien Be Placed On My Commercial Property Without Me Knowing?
05/26/2026 09:32 AM
We’re in the business of helping people buy and sell the commercial properties, and one aspect of ensuring a transaction goes smoothly is searching for liens associated with a property ahead of closing. A lien is a legal claim against a property for an unpaid debt, and they come in many f...
Selling Commercial Property During A Divorce
05/25/2026 09:30 AM
Many people who go through divorce proceedings wonder what will become of their commercial property during the division of assets. If the split is amicable, you can probably come to a pretty equitable split of your joint assets, but many divorces don’t&n...
Risk Mitigation During Multi-Party, High-Value Commercial Transactions
05/20/2026 10:43 AM
Commercial real estate purchases oftentimes stretch into the seven and eight figure range, and because of this, oftentimes it’s not just one person making the entire purchase. You may have investors, lenders or partners helping to facilitate a high-value transaction, and th...
Purchasing Commercial Title Insurance As An LLC
05/19/2026 10:42 AM
If you’re looking to start a business or purchase commercial property but want a layer of protection between the business and your personal identity, you may form what’s known as a Limited Liability Company, or LLC. An LLC has some financial, legal ...
How Are Commercial Title Insurance Claims Settled?
05/18/2026 10:41 AM
Title insurance is one of the most common topics that we discuss on our blog, and this is the case for a few different reasons. For starters, we help set clients up with title insurance policies quite regularly, so not only are we familiar with them, we also know just how valuable the...
What Happens To A Commercial Mortgage When The Borrower Dies
05/13/2026 11:09 AM
The obligation to repay a commercial loan doesn’t go away simply because the loan recipient passes away. When the mortgage holder dies, the mortgage obligation can pass to a few different parties, which is why it’s so important to have your wishes clearly laid out in ...
Securing Your Future By Protecting Your Past - Title Insurance Edition
05/12/2026 11:07 AM
We don’t have a time machine that you can step into, but we do have the ability to prevent past mistakes from becoming a headache for you in the future. This power comes in the form of a title insurance policy for your commercial property.
Title Insurance - More Than Just a Policy
05/11/2026 11:06 AM
We talk about title insurance quite frequently on our blog because we believe it is a wise investment for anyone entering the world of commercial real estate. When it comes down to it, title insurance is so much more than a policy on a piece of paper. In today’s blog, we explore...
How Relationship Changes Can Impact Title Obligations
05/06/2026 11:26 AM
Relationship changes not only affect you on a personal level, but they can also have an impact on properties that you and your former partner held together. In today’s blog, we take a closer look at how different relationship changes can impact title obligations.
Why You Shouldn’t Skip A Commercial Land Survey
05/05/2026 11:22 AM
It pays to know as much about a property as possible before closing day arrives, because once you take over, you’re on the hook if issues arise. We help clients perform title searches prior to closing so that they can ensure they are purchasing a title that’s clear of defects and other p...
Does A New Build Still Need Title Insurance?
05/04/2026 11:21 AM
Nobody wants to pay for insurance that they’ll never need, so you may assume that you can skip title insurance if you plan to build on a vacant lot. After all, title insurance isn’t going to protect you from issues that originate after you’ve become th...
Title Searches For Unrecorded Municipal Liens
04/29/2026 10:21 AM
Comprehensive title searches are essential for anyone who is considering purchasing commercial property in today’s day and age. Despite the advancement of the internet and improvements in digital recordkeeping, it’s still quite common for municipal liens to exist against a property, and ...
Commercial Closings - The Price Of Prevention Vs. The Cost Of Failure
04/28/2026 03:20 AM
In almost all walks of life, it is better to prevent something than to try to fix it after the fact. Changing your car’s oil regularly can lower the risk of costly engine repairs down the road. Wearing sunscreen is a simple preventative measure for stopping skin cancer in its tracks. Brushing ...
Spring Cleaning For Your Commercial Property’s Title
04/27/2026 10:17 AM
Spring cleaning isn’t just for the physical cleanup that needs to take place around a property. You can also provide some upkeep for documentation and other vital records associated with a property so you know that it is in good standing should you ever want to sell. But what are some of the w...
Can I Relocate An Easement On My Property?
04/22/2026 09:59 AM
Because easement agreements can last for decades, it’s not uncommon for a property owner to wish to adjust or relocate the easement at some point in time. Perhaps they want to use part of the land where the easement runs in a different way, or they simpl...
5 Seller Debts Title Searches And Insurance Can Protect You Against
04/21/2026 05:15 AM
You may pick up the tab on a date or offer to pay for the rehearsal dinner at your son’s wedding, but if you’re like most people, you really don’t enjoy regularly paying for someone else’s expenses. This is especially true when it’s someone you don’t really know. ...
Why Commercial Real Estate Deals Can Fall Through Before Closing
04/20/2026 05:21 AM
You’ve done your research on a commercial property, made a fair offer and just learned that it was accepted by the seller. You may want to celebrate a little, but know that plenty of commercial real estate deals end up falling through after an offer is accepted but before c...
What Does A Title Agent Actually Do?
04/15/2026 10:43 AM
As we’ve recommended on this blog many times, it’s in your best interest to connect with a title services company like Commercial Partners if you’re considering expanding your commercial real estate portfolio. They’ll be able to help with a number of essential steps along the...
Preferential Purchase Options In Commercial Real Estate
04/14/2026 10:41 AM
If you own commercial property or share property with another individual, it’s possible that preferential purchase options have been noted in a contract agreement between vested parties. In most instances, a preferential purchase option in a contract dictates how one party is required to proce...
7 Ways A Title Service Team Protects Your Commercial Investment
04/13/2026 10:38 AM
If you’re entering the world of commercial real estate, there’s a good chance you’re about to put down a large amount of money or secure a fairly hefty loan as part of your investment. When the financial stakes are high, you want to know that your money is safe, and that&...
Lender’s Title Insurance Endorsements - Can You Dispute Requested Endorsements?
04/09/2026 11:35 AM
If you’re seeking a loan from a financial institution as part of a commercial property acquisition, you’ll inevitably have to follow some rules put forth by the financial institution in order to secure that loan. While the most obvious obligation that comes ...
Applying To Rezone Commercial Property In Minnesota
04/08/2026 11:34 AM
Life would be simpler if you could purchase a piece of land and build on it however you like, but there are rules in place that make this impossible. While it may seem simpler if you had free reign of how to manage your property, you probably wouldn’t like it if your neighb...
5 Steps For Selling Inherited Commercial Property
04/07/2026 11:32 AM
The loss of a parent or loved one will be hard enough without also having to also navigate the probate process, but it’s a reality many people must face. If you make a mistake along the way or something is overlooked, you can end up costing yourself tens of thousands of dollars or mo...
Red Flags To Watch For Before Signing A Commercial Lease
04/01/2026 11:30 AM
Lease agreements can be complex and boring to read, but it’s imperative that you pour over every detail before signing a commercial lease. Something hidden within the terms of your lease could cause major problems for your business, so don’t let an oversight prove cos...
Should You Buy Commercial Property With An Attached Easement?
03/31/2026 11:28 AM
When evaluating potential commercial property targets, there’s a good chance that at least some of the properties you’re considering will have an easement attached to the property. Commercial property is much more likely to have an easement attached to the property si...
Does An Owner’s Title Insurance Policy Cost The Same Amount As A Lender’s Title Policy?
03/30/2026 11:27 AM
As we’ve discussed time and time again on this blog, it’s a wise move to secure an owner’s title insurance policy after closing on a commercial property. You’ll already likely need to secure a lender’s title insurance po...
Tenant Improvement Allowance Distribution
03/25/2026 10:14 AM
A tenant improvement allowance is a set amount of funds that a landlord provides to a tenant to make improvements to the commercial space. For example, let’s say that you wanted to lease a space to start your pizza business. The location is perfect but the space is pre...
5 Tips For Simplifying Commercial Real Estate Acquisitions
03/24/2026 10:12 AM
The world of commercial real estate is oftentimes fast-paced and complex, which means it’s easy to make mistakes if you’re not careful. If you are smart about how you approach a commercial acquisition, you can make the process a little simpler and protect yourself fro...
Don’t Delay When It Comes To These Three Aspects Of Commercial Acquisition
03/23/2026 10:09 AM
We’ve all procrastinated at some point in our life. Whether we waited to study for a test until the night before an exam or we drove longer than anticipated with the check engine light on, we’ve all put something off longer than originally intended. Som...
The 3 D’s That Can Cloud A Commercial Title
03/18/2026 11:21 AM
There are a wide variety of factors that can cloud a property’s title, but the most common issues tend to fall under one of three specific categories, and they all start with the letter D. You can usually group a fair amount of title issues into one of the following groups - Delinquency, Divor...
How To Help Your Title Service Company Help You
03/17/2026 11:20 AM
When hiring or consulting with a professional, it’s common to sit back and let them do their job. At the same time, there’s a good chance you can actually help them do their job more efficiently by taking certain actions yourself. Telling your doctor about your symptoms helps to pinpoint...
How Far Back Does A Title Search Go?
03/16/2026 11:19 AM
When you’re hiring a company to research a property’s title and ensure it is free from any issues that could complicate the sale or cause problems after closing, you want to hire a firm that you know is going to conduct a comprehensive title review. But how far back should this title sea...
The Difference Between Residential And Commercial Lien Searches
03/11/2026 11:18 AM
If you’re in the market for residential or commercial property, you’ll likely connect with a professional who will perform a title search on the property. A title search reviews a number of documents to learn more about the property and whether or not the title is free from issues that c...
When Does My Title Insurance Policy Expire?
03/10/2026 11:17 AM
Title insurance is structured a differently than most insurance policies that you might be familiar with. For policies like health insurance or automobile insurance, you have to make regular payments every so often to maintain coverage, and your rates can fluctuate from year to year. Title insurance...
Should You Conduct A Title Search Before Making An Offer?
03/09/2026 11:15 AM
We all want to know that we are spending our money wisely, which is why we often research big purchases before we pull the trigger. Because of this, it stands to reason that you should really research a property before you make an official offer. But is this how it works in the world of commercial r...
Easement Termination By Merger
03/04/2026 11:02 AM
Easements can sometimes be difficult to terminate once they are in place. Since these agreements often stay in place despite the sale of a property, it’s possible that you are purchasing property with a standing agreement in place that you are required to honor. Many property owners look for w...
Commercial Real Estate And Testamentary Trusts
03/03/2026 11:00 AM
You want to know that your commercial property would be in good hands in the event of your death, but at the same time, a lot of people don’t want to take the time to establish a living trust to dictate how assets will be managed while they are still alive. For some, they’d rather leave ...
Why No 2 Title Insurance Policies Are Exactly The Same
03/02/2026 04:59 AM
When it comes to commercial title insurance, no two policies are ever the same. Because of this, it’s wise to sit down with a title services company like Commercial Partners to ensure you get the right policy for your needs. In today’s blog, we take a closer look at why no two title insu...
The Importance Of A Title Search When Purchasing A Church
02/25/2026 11:21 AM
You’ll find churches and worship locations scattered throughout almost every town in America, and while the properties don’t get sold all that often, sometimes a developer wants to purchase land that includes a church, or a congregation is looking to move to a larger building. If you&...
Title Searches For Retail Business Spaces
02/24/2026 11:19 AM
If you’re considering opening a business or expanding to a larger space, you’re probably scouring retail locations in different hotspots to see if one may be the perfect fit for your needs. However, a property that may appear perfect may be hiding some larger problems beneath the surface...
Commercial Title Searches For Adaptive Re-Use Spaces
02/23/2026 11:17 AM
In larger cities, it’s pretty common for commercial spaces to be completely reimaged by a new owner. A defunct auto body shop may be turned into a classic-style diner, or an old warehouse converted into a hip new brewery. There are immense opportunities to reimagine commercial spaces, but ther...
Full Title Search Or Two Owner Title Search?
02/18/2026 11:14 AM
We all want to save money when we can, and one of the ways that prospective property owners are looking to save money during the purchasing process is by forgoing a comprehensive title search and settling for a two owner title search. You may be able to guess what the differences between these two s...
What Should I Want In A Title Company?
02/17/2026 11:12 AM
If you’re considering buying commercial property, you probably know that it’s important that you really do your research into the property and the title to ensure there are no unexpected surprises coming your way after closing. You may even know that the best way to perform these surveys...
Common Ownership Disputes Discovered With A Title Search
02/16/2026 11:10 AM
Nothing tanks a commercial real estate purchase faster than the discovery of an ownership dispute during a title search. After all, you don’t want to purchase a property only to find out that someone else believes they have a valid claim to part of all of your property. These ownership dispute...
ALTA Survey Vs. Boundary Survey - What’s The Difference?
02/11/2026 11:35 AM
Both an American Land Trust Association (ALTA) survey and a boundary survey can tell a prospective buyer or the current owner a lot about a property. However, depending on your specific needs, it may make sense to choose one over the other when it’s time to conduct a survey. In today’s b...
Property Zoning - Understanding Legal Nonconforming Use
02/10/2026 11:34 AM
At its core, property zoning is a way for municipalities to determine how land and buildings in certain areas are used. If you’re a commercial investor, it’s very important that you understand how a prospective property is zoned so that you don’t run into any legal issues when tryi...
Marketable Title Vs. Insurable Title
02/09/2026 11:32 AM
If you’re looking to purchase commercial real estate, it’s imperative that you connect with a title services team that can research a title prior to closing so that there are no surprises down the road. In some instances, you may hear that a title is “marketable” or &ldquo...
The Differences Between Deed And Title
02/04/2026 11:03 AM
Deed and title are two words that are oftentimes used synonymously in the world of real estate, but are they actually the same thing, or are people using one term when they actually mean the other? Despite some misconceptions, deeds and titles are actually two different things. We’re going to ...
5 Reasons to Get Title Insurance When Purchasing A Vacation Rental Property
02/03/2026 11:01 AM
Are you thinking about purchasing a vacation home or some rental units in a sunny locale that you’ll use to generate supplemental income? Purchasing a second home or a vacation rental is becoming more common as Baby Boomers reach retirement age and want to find ways to enjoy their golden ye...
5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Do A Title Search By Yourself
02/02/2026 10:58 AM
We all like to save a little money and perform the work ourselves instead of hiring someone else to do it, but that’s not practical in all situations. Sometimes the work is simply best left to the experts. One such task is a commercial title search.
How Title Insurance Can Save You On Legal Fees
01/28/2026 11:02 AM
We talk about title insurance quite frequently on this blog because it’s the simplest way to protect your commercial asset. In the event that an issue arises with your property’s title once you’ve taken ownership, you can take solace in knowing that you are protected because you...
Why Title Insurance Should Be Part Of Any Estate Plan
01/27/2026 11:00 AM
As you get older or once you have kids, you begin to think about your legacy and how you want to leave things in the event of your passing. Creating an estate plan is essential when working to plan for the future, but what elements should be included in a standard estate plan? In today’s blog,...
5 Commercial Inspection Red Flags To Watch Out For
01/26/2026 10:57 AM
If you’re looking to expand your investment portfolio or find a commercial space to launch or expand your business, you’re going to do everything you can to ensure you choose the right commercial location. During this process, many people end up focusing on things they want, like an idea...
I Have A Real Estate Agent, Do I Need A Title Company Too?
01/21/2026 11:31 AM
When you’re in the process of securing your first or your next commercial property, your first move may be to connect with a real estate agent. They’ll have a handle on the commercial market and may be able to connect you with sellers before properties even hit the market, and while they...
Mechanic’s Liens And Mortgage Priority
01/20/2026 11:29 AM
If you’re purchasing commercial property, there’s a good chance that you’ll be building on the property or at least making some significant improvements. If you’re not doing the work yourself, you will likely be hiring builders or contractors to perform the improvements. They...
Protecting Your Commercial Investment In The New Year
01/19/2026 11:27 AM
If you’re looking to expand your investment portfolio to include commercial real estate in the new year, let the team at Commercial Partners ensure your investment is protected. Fraud and other issues can cripple all that you’ve worked hard for over the years, so make sure that you take ...
How To Sweeten The Pot When Negotiating Easement Access
01/14/2026 11:34 AM
If you’re hoping to gain access to a neighbor’s land to hunt, fish or simply to make it easier for you to access land that you’ve purchased on the other side, you’ll need to get permission from the property. The other party is under no obligation to just grant you verbal perm...
Who Can You Trust In A Commercial Real Estate Transaction?
01/13/2026 11:33 AM
When your business or financial future is on the line in a commercial purchase, you want to know that everyone has your best interests at heart. Unfortunately, many parties in a commercial transaction have other priorities during the sale, and you’ll want to remember whose interests come first...
Can I Amend A Title Insurance Policy After It’s Been Issued?
01/12/2026 11:32 AM
An owner’s title insurance policy protects a property owner from title defects and claims on their property, but it doesn’t just provide blanket coverage for any and all issues. The specific nature of your property and what types of ALTA endorsements you may need will dictate the specifi...
Purchasing Commercial Property With A Pending Lawsuit
01/07/2026 11:17 AM
It’s not uncommon for commercial property owners to run into a little financial trouble which forces them to move on from a property. For example, a property may have unpaid property taxes, or a construction firm may file a lawsuit against a property owner for work that has gone unpaid. If the...
Best Practices For Managing Earnest Money In A Commercial Purchase
01/06/2026 11:14 AM
When entering a sale agreement with a seller, you will set aside some cash that will serve as earnest money or an earnest deposit. This money helps to showcase to the seller that you are truly interested in buying the property. After all, if the buyer didn’t have anything on the line, they cou...
Understanding Commercial Deed Taxes In Minnesota
01/05/2026 05:13 AM
There are a number of fees and taxes that will accrue during the process of a commercial sale. It's helpful to be aware of the most common ones so that you aren’t in for a financial surprise when completing the sale. We touched on three important fees you’ll want to be aware of durin...
Real Estate Investing in 2026
12/31/2025 10:47 AM
Anybody who says that they have a surefire investment or a guaranteed winner in 2026 isn’t telling the truth. While it’s certainly possible that their investment could turn out to be lucrative, nobody has a crystal ball that can predict exactly how a market will play out. In this article...
What Your Title Company Wants From You
12/30/2025 10:45 AM
As a title services company, we fancy ourselves a jack-of-all-trades when it comes to helping you acquire your first or your next commercial property. Whether we’re researching a title, helping to remove title defects, holding or dispersing funds or assisting with the closing process, we want ...
What To Include In A Minnesota Lake Access Agreement
12/29/2025 08:40 AM
Minnesota is called the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but that doesn’t mean you can legally access every one of them as you please. Perhaps there is a lake on a nearby property that you’d love to fish, or you simply want to spend some time in solitude at a private lake that isn’t your own....
Commercial Title Companies - The Glue That Holds The Sale Together
12/24/2025 11:24 AM
If you’re looking to make your first or your next commercial purchase, you’ll want to bring a professional into the fold to ensure everything runs smoothly and your interests are protected. But where can you turn to find this ally? While there are plenty of entities that can assist with ...
Is Commercial Title Insurance Cheaper If There Is No Mortgage On The Property?
12/23/2025 11:22 AM
Gifted Property And Commercial Title Insurance
12/22/2025 11:18 AM
Many parents want to help set their children up for success, and while we all do this in different ways, some do this by gifting commercial property to their kids. Others may opt to gift a property to their children to avoid the probate process in the event of their death, or because of recommendati...
Why Does Title Insurance Cost More In Different States?
12/17/2025 10:06 AM
An owner’s title insurance policy protects the property owner in the event that a title defect is discovered on their property. It’s something we recommend to almost every single commercial property investor.
Who Has To Sign An Easement Agreement To Make It Official?
12/16/2025 10:04 AM
We’ve talked about easement agreements at great length on the blog in the past, but we’ll give a quick refresher before going into the nuts and bolts of this blog. An easement is an agreement between two parties that outlines how one party can legally access the other party’s land.
Calculating The Economic Impact Of An Easement Agreement
12/15/2025 10:02 AM
It’s a story we hear time and time again. A property owner is approached by the government or a specific business about allowing third party access and rights to the owner’s land without buying the property outright. That entity may be looking to create an easement agreement, where they ...
What To Know About Purchasing Distressed Commercial Property
12/10/2025 12:03 PM
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure, and that’s oftentimes the belief when we talk with clients who are interested in purchasing distressed commercial property. A distressed commercial asset is causing problems for its current owner, but you may have the right tools to turn a...
3 Things You’ll Be Thankful For When Purchasing Commercial Property
12/09/2025 07:00 AM
We want your commercial real estate buying experience to go smoothly, and sometimes you don't know the best way to navigate the process until you’ve been through it a time or two. Looking back, odds are you’ll realize that you were thankful for certain things along the way or you wis...
Commercial Due Diligence In The 21st Century
12/08/2025 06:58 AM
The world around us is ever evolving, and in order to best serve our clients, we need to evolve with the times. We are always looking at how technology is changing the title space for the better (and for the worse) and adapting these changes to our role as we see fit. With that in mind, we want to u...
The Benefits Of A Title Service In A Hot Real Estate Market
12/03/2025 11:47 AM
The real estate market is ever-evolving, and there are many places where listings get offers after just hours or days on the market. This tends to be quite common in the world of commercial real estate. After all, many commercial investors want to develop in markets where people want to be. If the m...
When Is The Best Time To Purchase Commercial Title Insurance?
12/02/2025 06:45 AM
Risk Assessment And Commercial Title Insurance
12/01/2025 06:44 AM
There are plenty of risks involved in the world of commercial real estate, many of which are hard to control. It’s imperative that you really take the time to understand the risks you’re taking and determine the best ways to mitigate some of the risks that could cause problems for your b...
Why A Title Services Team Can Be Helpful For Your New Construction Project
11/26/2025 12:15 PM
You have your next commercial vision in mind, the only things you need to do now are find a property and begin construction. Of course, there are so many aspects of buying commercial property and building on that space that can go wrong, so it’s imperative that you have an expert by your side ...
Should You Pay For Title Fraud Monitoring Or Do It Yourself?
11/25/2025 07:12 AM
Title fraud has become a greater threat in the 21st century due in large part to the rise of the internet. Fraudsters can track down more information than ever before and try to pull a fast one on you without ever stepping out from the shadows. Smart commercial property owners and landlords monitor ...
Do I Need To Purchase Title Endorsements?
11/24/2025 08:04 AM
A title endorsement can be thought of as a specific add-on to your title insurance policy that offers additional protection for a variety of issues you may encounter. Every property is unique, which is why a one-size-fits-all title insurance policy rarely cuts it. This is especially true in the worl...
Commercial Leasing - Why The Market Is Ripe For Investors
11/19/2025 09:45 AM
Every real estate market is unique, as some cities are dealing with massive demand while others are experiencing an oversupply of available properties. We’re not going to pretend that we can paint the real estate market with a broad brush, but in general, many commercial and residential real e...
Why Is Lender’s Title Insurance Typically Required For a Commercial Purchase?
11/18/2025 09:44 AM
As we’ve talked about on this blog at length, commercial title insurance is something we deal with frequently when helping investors close on their first or their next commercial property. As we’ve also mentioned, if you’re getting a loan to finance the purchase of your commercial ...
Do Landlords Need Title Insurance?
11/17/2025 04:42 AM
If you’re considering investing in multifamily rental units like an apartment complex or a condominium, one of the main reasons behind this move is likely to generate some extra income for the foreseeable future. Although rental units carry some risk, these properties can be a reliable income ...
Common Types Of Property Encroachments
11/12/2025 10:54 AM
Property encroachments can be found at any time, but they are typically discovered during the process of a sale when more investigation and scrutiny goes into a property’s specific boundary lines. Sometimes these encroachments are relatively minor and can be handled with a quick call to your n...
Can You Adjust Your Commercial Offer If Title Issues Are Discovered Before Closing?
11/11/2025 10:52 AM
The world of commercial real estate oftentimes moves quickly, and it’s usually impossible to know everything about a property before you put in an offer. Assuming that you know what you’re doing or you work with a real estate agent, your offer will come with some contingencies that allow...
What Is A Title Chain?
11/10/2025 10:50 AM
We talk about titles quite frequently on this blog, and rightfully so. The title acts as a legal right of ownership of a property, so securing a title will be a necessity if you intend to purchase a piece of property. All of this is mapped out in what’s known as a title chain.
Resolving Title Defects Discovered After Closing
11/05/2025 10:11 AM
Your dream of owning commercial real estate can quickly turn into a nightmare if title defects are discovered after your closing date. Once you’ve closed, a title defect becomes your problem, and the old owner is under no obligation to assist with the matter, even if it was an issue that devel...
Why Vacant Land Isn’t Always Free From Title Defects
11/04/2025 05:09 AM
When you’re purchasing a house or a commercial business, much of the focus is on the state of the building prior to purchase. Is there mold? Is the foundation strong? Are there any leaks or drainage issues? What’s the condition of the roof? What obvious repairs are needed?
The Role Of Title Insurance In Estate Planning
11/03/2025 06:06 AM
Your family will have enough on their plate in the event that you pass away, which is why many people try to simplify the process by meeting with an estate planner and mapping out how some of the end of life processes will be completed upon their passing. An estate plan helps to provide a roadmap fo...
5 Commercial Real Estate Side Hustles
10/29/2025 02:27 PM
Having a “side hustle” has become more popular for a number of reasons. Many people like the flexibility of having more than one source of income, and rising inflation means our money doesn’t go as far as it used to, so sometimes we need a side hustle to make ends meet. Side hustle...
Title Search Vs. Title Insurance - Do You Need Both?
10/28/2025 02:25 PM
A title search and title insurance are two similar but very different aspects of the commercial real estate world. Both a title search and title insurance protect a prospective buyer from title problems that could cause major headaches once they’ve purchased the property. But if you conduct a ...
What Is An Easement In Gross?
10/27/2025 02:22 PM
Each easement agreement is unique, but every easement typically falls into one of two categories. There is the easement appurtenant and the easement in gross. Easement appurtenant agreements tend to be a little more common here in the United States, but easements in gross are also quite common in th...
Gifted Property - Do I Need Title Insurance?
10/22/2025 10:27 AM
If you are fortunate enough to be gifted commercial property, you probably have a number of different things running through your head as you come to grips with the new acquisition. One such matter that you should get to sooner rather than later is securing title insurance. Without it, you could end...
Ensuring Regulatory Compliance By Working With A Title Service Team
10/21/2025 05:25 AM
The world of commercial real estate is nothing if not complex. It’s also an incredibly fast-paced industry, and when so much money is on the line, you absolutely need to know that you are doing things by the book. Even for seasoned commercial investors, every new potential acquisition presents...
Can You Add Parties To An Exclusive Easement?
10/20/2025 05:23 AM
A while back on our blog, we took a closer look at the difference between exclusive and non-exclusive easements and how they could apply to your situation. Among other things, and exclusive easement seemingly grants more control to ...
Why An Accurate Property Description Is More Than Just A Street Address
10/15/2025 04:21 AM
In the world of commercial real estate, an accurate legal description of a property is incredibly important. An airtight property description is much more than a street address, and ensuring you understand a property’s description can avoid costly mistakes down the road. In today’s blog,...
How An Easement Can Affect Property Value
10/14/2025 06:19 AM
We’ve talked about easements at length in the past, and they can be a great way for two parties to come to an agreement about how one person can legally access another property. The landowner retains rights to the property, but the easement agreement spells out how others can legally access th...