Title insurance for a new-build homes...By Scott WestlakeFebruary 28, 20230 comments#titleinsurance #FCT The housing supply shortage is one of the top issues in Canada’s real estate market. To address it, cities like Calgary are seeing a massive boom in new-build housing. New construction offers many advantages, like more energy-efficient heating and cooling systems. Their titles ...Read more...
How can homeowners protect themselves against title fraud?.By Scott WestlakeFebruary 10, 20230 comments#titelfraud #titleinsurance #fraud With news stories surrounding title fraud breaking weekly, more homeowners are asking what they can do to protect their homes before they become the next headline. Daniela DeTommaso, President of FCT, addressed the issue in a recent interview on CBC’s Metro ...Read more...
What is Title Insurance and Other Questions Answered!.By Scott WestlakeNovember 2, 20210 comments#titleinsurance #homeownerinsurance #twt #SW #DLC Title insurance can easily seem like another unnecessary add-on to the already complicated and costly process of buying a house, but nothing could be further from the truth. It can help speed up the process of closing on your new home, while protecting you and your heirs against a ...Read more...
Title insurance and Home Insurance: Do Homeowners Need Both?.By Scott WestlakeOctober 1, 20210 comments#titleinsurance #homeinsurance #insurance #SW #TWT #DLC It’s a common question and one that deserves a little context. Buying a home is an incredibly exciting event for any new homeowner, but with ownership of any property comes the need to protect it from a range of risks. These could include losses or damages to the home and fraudulent ...Read more...