Landmark Title Blog

Investing can be a very wise way to make your money work for you and create passive income for yourself every month. When looking specifically at investing in a commercial... Read more »

The 2022 real estate market hit historical highs in home prices through the first half of the year, before seeing a cool down beginning in the third and  fourth quarters.

As the steam cools from strong demand in the 2022 real estate market, we look ahead to 2023.  As the economy shifts, new trends are on the rise and demand is poised to respond. Below we take a closer look at some of the specific commercial real estate trends to watch for in 2023.

Most homebuyers are unaware of what goes into the closing process and the role of a title company when buying a home. When buying or selling property, your realtor or... Read more »

Deciding whether to install solar panels in your home can be a tough decision. As utility rates can be costly and communities encourage the adoption of more eco-friendly practices, homeowners... Read more »

Buying a home is often a lengthy and complicated process. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or it’s the tenth home you’ve purchased, it can be tough to juggle the different... Read more »

Imagine you’re in the last few stages of closing on the purchase of a home or property. You’ve negotiated an agreed upon price, opened escrow, completed inspections, secured title insurance,... Read more »

Tax season can be a stressful time for many. This year’s deadline for filing was April 18th, but for those filing an extension they have until mid-October to get everything... Read more »

Landmark Title is continuing its expansion in the Southwest. The company recently announced the opening of a new branch in Reno. The Landmark Title Reno office is located at 1755... Read more »

f you are purchasing a residential or commercial property, most buyers know that they will need title insurance. But many don’t really know why or what it is for. As... Read more »

New trends in commercial real estate are expected in 2022. If you work in commercial real estate or you’re an investor, it is valuable to know the trends to help... Read more »

Did you know that in Arizona, sending property tax statements are not required by the state? This is typically a courtesy done by the counties. If you are a homeowner,... Read more »

A home is one of the most valuable assets a person can own. When purchasing a home, title will need to be transferred. This process is most often handled by... Read more »

Finding a dream home can sometimes take time. Once you’ve found your ideal home, negotiated your purchase price and your offer is officially accepted, you enter escrow. The next phase... Read more »

It is no secret that we are currently in a sellers market, which is making it extremely tough for home buyers trying to purchase a house. Low inventory and interest... Read more »

The home buying process can be challenging, but switching title companies does not have to be. If you are going through the title process and feel the agency is not... Read more »

Selling a home is not always easy, and it can get even more complicated if you do not know the extent of seller closing costs in Arizona. As a seller,... Read more »

The escrow process can be daunting. Anyone that has purchased property knows the escrow process involves documents, depositories, and legalities that can be overwhelming if you are not working with... Read more »

Purchasing commercial real estate can be a stressful process and each transaction carries some challenges during the closing process. This is especially true right now, as the real estate industry... Read more »

The cannabis industry is rapidly growing as more and more states are legalizing both medical marijuana usage and adult/recreational use. The rapid growth has led to an increase in demand... Read more »

By 2035, the number of seniors in the U.S. is expected to hit 78 million (almost a third of the country’s population), according to a 2018 U.S. Census Bureau report.... Read more »

A recent study published by WalletHub recognizes five Maricopa County cities on the list of 30 best places for first-time home buyers. The study ranks the best and worst cities... Read more »

We hear that artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are disrupting industries, including residential real estate, but the AI clamor is decidedly quieter when talking about its impact on commercial... Read more »

The addition of non-stop flights between Asia and Phoenix would unlock the door to a lot of Asian investment in Arizona real estate. That was the message from the Greater... Read more »

Universities are generally very good neighbors to the real estate around them in terms of rising land value.  Real Estate near Arizona State University’s Tempe and downtown Phoenix campuses have... Read more »

Looking to buy land? You may want to check out this list. It’s a map showing  parcels of vacant land in Phoenix, that are for sale, sold or under review—and... Read more »

It seems like a no brainer that solar panels add value to your home in Arizona. With our endless sunshine and fair weather, solar panels are a natural fit here... Read more »

Brand new real estate agents may be tempted to try their hand selling both commercial and residential properties, operating as so-called resimercial real estate agents. But don’t be too quick... Read more »

You pressed send, hundreds of thousands of dollars are now being transferred; and you are now the latest victim of wire fraud.  You didn’t send the money to the seller. ... Read more »

Phoenix, Arizona backyards are shrinking. The Arcadia neighborhood in Phoenix, offers a prime example of a major trend in Valley real estate: houses in Phoenix are getting bigger and yards,... Read more »