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Title company recommendations- Northshore

Posted on 10/31/24 at 1:50 pm
Posted by DownSouthDave
Member since Jan 2013
7501 posts
Posted on 10/31/24 at 1:50 pm
I'm about to list my home FSBO and purchase a home that is FSBO, both on the Northshore. I'm looking for recommendations on title companies in the area that can help guide us through the process.

Also interested in recommended mortgage companies if you have any.
Posted by Rebel80
Member since Sep 2016
262 posts
Posted on 10/31/24 at 1:58 pm to
Crescent Title in Mandeville
Posted by slinger1317
Northshore
Member since Sep 2005
6818 posts
Posted on 10/31/24 at 2:14 pm to
Geaux Title in Old Mandeville
Posted by Billy Blanks
Member since Dec 2021
4979 posts
Posted on 10/31/24 at 2:16 pm to
quote:

I'm looking for recommendations on title companies in the area that can help guide us through the process.



Title companies do not "guide you through the process."

quote:

Also interested in recommended mortgage companies if you have any.


You're buying a house and not already approved to purchase it?
Posted by DownSouthDave
Member since Jan 2013
7501 posts
Posted on 10/31/24 at 2:23 pm to
quote:

Title companies do not "guide you through the process."


That goes against what I've read on here and elsewhere. Looking for someone to help with offer letters and make sure we are taking the right steps.

quote:

You're buying a house and not already approved to purchase it?


We will be buying it, yes. Is that a problem?
Posted by Geaux_Lang2793
Member since Oct 2018
398 posts
Posted on 10/31/24 at 2:50 pm to
AJ Title in Slidell
Posted by Billy Blanks
Member since Dec 2021
4979 posts
Posted on 10/31/24 at 3:41 pm to
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We will be buying it, yes. Is that a problem?


No, people generally get with a lender first to understand the costs and make sure they can buy whatever it is they are offering on.

quote:

Looking for someone to help with offer letters and make sure we are taking the right steps.


That's not a title company. Agents do that.
Posted by DownSouthDave
Member since Jan 2013
7501 posts
Posted on 10/31/24 at 3:44 pm to
I'm not concerned about the cost of the home.

Yes, they do. As I said, it's FSBO. No agents.

Posted by indytiger
baton rouge/indy
Member since Oct 2004
10211 posts
Posted on 10/31/24 at 4:21 pm to
GMFS for mortgage, although I'm with the other poster being surprised that you're not already approved for a mortgage.

I don't believe the title company does everything you are thinking. You might want to hire a local lawyer for help with offer letter, contract, etc, if you refuse to use a realtor.
Posted by BlastOff
New Orleans
Member since Feb 2016
871 posts
Posted on 10/31/24 at 4:35 pm to
Not using realtors is okay for semi-smart people.

Sounds like you should’ve used a realtor.
Posted by DownSouthDave
Member since Jan 2013
7501 posts
Posted on 10/31/24 at 4:57 pm to
Because I'm looking for recommendations on a title company?

Just spoke to someone, all they require is a purchase agreement, which they will provide. Disclosures are also required, not a big deal.

Seems like it'll be pretty easy.

Not concerned with getting pre approved before shopping for a title company, getting money for the home isn't an issue. It isn't a benefit or a problem.
Posted by mtcheral
BR
Member since Oct 2008
2077 posts
Posted on 10/31/24 at 7:34 pm to
Accurate title in Madisonville did great with mine.
Posted by Billy Blanks
Member since Dec 2021
4979 posts
Posted on 10/31/24 at 9:05 pm to
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Seems like it'll be pretty easy.



It is and can be.

You're coming here without any idea on who you want to loan you multiple 6 figures, where you want to close it, and want guidance on the transaction. That's what a good agent does.

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Disclosures are also required


Customary although not required in most states. I'm not sure on Louisiana.

quote:

Not concerned with getting pre approved before shopping for a title company


I'm blown away your seller has not requested an approval letter at this stage in the game.

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It isn't a benefit or a problem.


It is a benefit. It lets you know the real world costs today. 3 weeks ago rates were in the mid 5's, today they are more around 7.
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