About this Event
Title Issues & Closing Delays 2 HR C.E Class with Lunch Included Hosted by NY Real Estate Attorney Joshua Botesazan
Come join us for an informative in-person event focused on title issues and closing delays! This 2-hour continuing education class will be held at 392 Conklin St. Gain valuable insights and strategies to navigate through common challenges in real estate transactions. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge in this simple C.E Class and network with industry professionals. See you there!
Course Outline (2 Hours Total)I. Introduction to Title Issues & Their Impact (15 mins)
- What is title insurance and why is it required?
- The role of a title company in real estate transactions
- The importance of a clear title for a successful closing
II. Common Title Issues & How to Identify Them (30 mins)
- Liens & Judgments
- Mortgage liens, mechanic’s liens, IRS/state tax liens
- How they show up on a title report and how to clear them
- Boundary & Survey Discrepancies
- Encroachments, easements, and adverse possession
- Understanding how survey issues impact transactions
- Unreleased Mortgages & Open Permits
- Why old mortgages may still appear on title and how to clear them
- The impact of open building permits on closing
- Errors in Public Records
- Misspelled names, incorrect legal descriptions, missing signatures
- How to correct and record amendments
- Missing Heirs & Estate Issues
- Understanding probate requirements and estate sales
- How to handle transactions involving deceased owners
III. Proactive Steps to Prevent Title Issues (30 mins)
- Reviewing preliminary title reports before contract signing
- Understanding red flags in property history
- Collaborating with title companies and attorneys to resolve issues early
- How to educate buyers and sellers on title concerns
IV. Closing Delays & How to Manage Them (30 mins)
- Title-related delays – Waiting for lien clearance, probate resolution, or missing documentation
- Financing & lender-related delays – Issues with mortgage approval, appraisal discrepancies
- Contract contingencies & last-minute disputes – Negotiating extensions vs. enforcing deadlines
- Final walkthrough surprises – What happens when undisclosed issues are found last minute?
- Strategies for keeping deals on track while protecting clients' interests
V. Case Studies & Interactive Discussion (15 mins)
- Real-world scenarios of title problems and how they were resolved
- Open Q&A for agents to ask about title-related issues they’ve encountered
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
392 Conklin St, 392 Conklin Street, Farmingdale, United States
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