Job Location : Buffalo,NY, USA
Our Title Group is a full-service title, settlement, underwriting and vendor management services company serving real estate companies, affinity groups, government municipalities, corporations, and financial institutions in support of residential and commercial real estate transactions.
We are currently seeking an Abstractor/Title Examiner to join our Abstract Services/Customer Service team. This is a remote work position that will be done from a home office located in any state and will follow a central time zone work schedule.
Job Responsibilities:
• Search and examine public records to determine a property's status of title.
• Responsible for assembling various non-insured property information reports, direct interaction with clients.
• Review documents affecting title to property, such as mortgages, deeds, probate records, trust agreements etc.
• Read and interpret real estate documents, legal proceedings, maps, and surveys.
• Communicate effectively with customers, professional associations ( law firms, HOA groups, engineering firms ), peers, government municipalities, state agencies.
Minimum Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3+ years abstract/title examination experience.
• Strong understanding of title examination process and procedures, related documentation, and their effect upon title.
• Residential and Acreage ( metes and bounds ) examination experience with Texas properties.
• Proficient in the use of Title Data (TIMS) title plant software, Deed Plotter software, have experience with County Government websites).
• Must have good research/ investigation skills and understand legal terms, be aware of new legal developments/legislation that affect real property.
• Excellent verbal/written skills and attention to detail, excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to prioritize according to departmental guidelines, have a high level of organization, ability to consistently meet deadlines, work with constantly changing priorities demonstrate strong follow through, and to follow procedures/processes.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn and use various software applications Microsoft Outlook, Word, Acrobat.
• Attention to detail combined with analytical and problem-solving skills.
Our Title Group is a leading full-service title and settlement services company, serving real estate companies, corporations, and financial institutions in support of residential and commercial real estate transactions. Headquartered in Mount Laurel, NJ, the Title Group is a nationally managed family of companies operating as a subsidiary of Anywhere Real Estate Inc.
Anywhere Real Estate Inc. ( (NYSE: HOUS) is on a mission to empower everyone's next move. Home to some of the most recognized brands in real estate Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate ( , Century 21® ( , Coldwell Banker® ( , Coldwell Banker Commercial® ( , Corcoran® ( , ERA® ( , and Sotheby's International Realty® (
The Anywhere portfolio includes franchise and brokerage operations as well as national title, settlement, and relocation companies and nationally scaled mortgage origination and underwriting joint ventures. Supporting approximately 1.5 million home transactions in 2021, Anywhere is focused on simplifying, digitizing and integrating the real estate transaction for all consumers, no matter where they may be in their home buying and selling journey. With innovative products and technology, Anywhere fuels the productivity of its approximately 196,200 independent sales agents in the US and approximately 136,400 independent sales agents in 118 other countries and territories.
At Anywhere Real Estate, diversity fuels success – for our company, for our employees, and for our industry. We strive to be a top destination for diverse talent, committed to creating a culture of belonging that empowers everyone's next move. We pursue talent – strategic thinkers who are eager to always find a better way, relentlessly focus on talent, obsess about growth, and achieve exceptional results. We value diversity – respecting backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and beliefs. We develop our diverse talent base – through increasing representation in executive key leadership roles with actions including mentorship programs and partnerships with real estate associations that promote diversity and inclusion. Read more about our company's diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in our annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report ( CSR Report 2022.pdf) .
You'll find our commitment to diversity reflected in our achievements:
Recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies since 2011.
Anywhere has also been designated a Great Place to Work since 2019.
Recognized by Fortune as one of America's Most Innovative Companies.
Honored by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers for Diversity and Top Female Friendly Companies.
With a diverse employee population, we know we will succeed together and move real estate to what's next. We hope you'll join us.
EEO Statement: EOE including disability/veteran