- RESPA helps - Texas Insurance Code Requirements and the New RESPA Rule; RESPA and FHA Related Policies; and RESPA Rule on Fees and Charges for VA loans
- HUD -1 Transmittal Letter - sample letter for sending the final HUD-1 to the lender for approval prior to closing. This is NOT a mandatory form. You may use, modify, or choose not to use this form.
- Private Transfer Fees - Stewart Bulletin 2010001 (original) and 2010005 (Simplified)
- Office of Thrift Supervision - Regulatory Bulletin regarding Examination Procedures for RESPA - Provides a great summary of RESPA and what lenders will be looking for to have clean audits
- HUD's April 2, 2010 update for RESPA FAQs
- HUD's Settlement Cost Booklet
- TX Bulletin 20009005 - Resolution of Mineral Exception Issue - Commissioner's Order 09-0650
- TX Bulletin 000078 - Texas Business Entities Requirements
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Q & A on Last Minute Mineral Coverage Click here
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SPECIAL ALERT SA2009042 - Kimball Hill Bankruptcy here
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NOTICE OF INCREASE IN THE POLICY GUARANTY FEE. Click here to view TTIGA notice
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PROCESS FLOW GUIDE. Click here
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Q & A Advisory on the new PERSONAL PROPERTY TITLE INSURANCE products. Click here
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Q & A about REVERSE MORTGAGES in
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Agent Advisory on MINERAL SEARCH PERIODS. Click here for a copy.
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INSURED CLOSING LETTERS - What they do, Who they protect, How they protect by John Rothermel. Click here for a copy.
- TDI Bulletin on Procedural Rule P-35 - Prohibition Against Guarantees, Affirmations and Certifications
- Statement of Ownership and Location Frequently Asked Questions Page - TDHCA website page dedicated to questions regarding SOL forms.
- Stewart Title Guaranty Company has been undergoing a reorganization. Click here for details.
