Adverse Possession

When working with real estate, disputes often arise in cases where a trespassing non-owner has been in possession or use of another party’s property. In these situations claims for adverse possession may be raised by the non-owner to gain title to the contested...

Quieting Title

Quieting Title: What are clouds on title, and how do you remove them? When purchasing real property, it is crucial to search for “clouds” on the property’s title. Cloud on title is a broad term, but it generally refers to when there are errors or defects in the title...

Owner’s vs. Lender’s Title Insurance

One of the most common questions we get at Wooden Title & Escrow is: What is the difference between owner’s & lender’s title insurance? Both policies protect the recipient if there’s a defective title. The main difference is that Lender’s Title Insurance...

Who Pays for Title Insurance?

In just about every state, the buyer is required to pay for the loan policy, or lender’s title insurance. However, the party responsible for paying an owner’s title insurance policy can vary from state to state. Your lender will usually include this information as...