Secure Your Property: How to Prevent Title Disputes & Frauds

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,...

Florida’s Title Insurance Trap—And How to Dodge It

by Hayley Baldinelli, J.D. | Jun 24, 2025 | Education, Featured

Let’s face it: No one wakes up excited to buy title insurance. It’s not as fun as picking out paint colors or arguing over who gets the garage. But the truth is—skipping it could cost you your dream home. Think of title insurance like a time-traveling...

Lender’s vs. Owner’s Policy: Aren’t They the Same Thing?!

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...

Agent Success: Your Title Company & So Much More

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...

Title Insurance for Homebuyers: What You Need to Be Secure

by Hayley Baldinelli, J.D. | May 30, 2025 | Education, Featured

Your Ultimate Guide to Protecting Your Home Investment By Hayley Baldinelli, J.D., Closing Manager at Preferred Settlement Services Why it MattersHow it Title WorksKey Benefits of Florida Title InsuranceCommon Title Issues in Sarasota (And How Insurance Helps)The...