by Hayley Baldinelli, J.D. | Jul 8, 2025 | 1031 Exchange, Featured
A 1031 Exchange allows real estate investors to sell a property and buy (exchange) another property without paying capital gains taxes. In this way, it is similar to a 401k rollover but with its own set of strict rules and procedures. This tax deferral strategy has...
by Hayley Baldinelli, J.D. | Jul 3, 2025 | Featured, Title
Clear Title! In real estate, “title” doesn’t refer to a deed or a piece of paper. It’s more than that. It’s your legal right to own, use and sell a property. A clean title is your #1 defense against fraud, old liens from previous owners,...
by Jessica Marrone | Jun 21, 2025 | Business, Featured
By Hayley Baldinelli, J.D., Closing Manager at Preferred Settlement Services What’s the Difference?Why Lender’s Insurance Isn’t EnoughHow Owner’s Title Insurance Protects YouCost ComparisonTitle RisksWhat is the critical difference most...
by Jessica Marrone | Jun 12, 2025 | Business, Featured
At Preferred Settlement Services, we are the trusted advisor and ally that agents, buyers, and sellers need throughout the closing process. We are not your average title company. Our mission is to alleviate stress in real estate transactions, ensuring a seamless...
by Jessica Marrone | Jun 4, 2025 | Education
In the intricate world of real estate, grasping the nuances of contract critical dates can be the linchpin to a seamless closing process. These dates set the rhythm for the entire transaction, ensuring that deadlines are met and obligations fulfilled, a necessity for...
