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As the closing industry changes, we believe that one thing should remain the same: serving your best interests. Federal Title has been independently owned and operated since 1996 with the mission that we serve the consumer by offering the best service at an unbeatable price. Nearly three decades later, that mission holds true. If you want to speak with us about an upcoming closing, or have any questions about a real estate transaction, give us a call. Get in touch. Give us a call at (202) 362-1500 or email info@federaltitle.com. Speak with a real estate attorney at (202) 918-9358 or email attorneys@federaltitle.com.                      Text   Ready to close? Click Order Now to save up to $750 instantly when you order online.                           Button \/ Details     Order Now  Or email your contract to services@federaltitle.com                                  Super quick replies, very helpful        \"Super quick replies and very helpful staff...\"     Testimonials                            Personal, helpful and polite        \"They were consistently very personal, helpful and polite.\"     Testimonials                            Well-oiled machine        \"Federal Title is a well-oiled machine...\"     Testimonials                            On it immediately        \"They were on it immediately.\"     Testimonials                            Excellent experience        \"I had an excellent experience...\"     Testimonials               Compare Us We\u2019re an independent title company, consumer-centric, delivering the best service at the best rates. We avoid marketing practices that tack on unnecessary closing costs, which translates into significant closing cost savings for homebuyers and sellers throughout DC, Maryland and Virginia.      Compare Title Companies \u00bb  Latest From Our Blog FAQs                     What does a title company do?  Your local title insurance company will conduct an extensive search of public records, known as a title search, to verify the seller\u2019s legal right to transfer ownership to the homebuyer. The purpose of the title search is to discover title claims or defects (a.k.a. \u201cclouds\u201d) that limit the homeowner\u2019s right in transferring the property. Once a title company has reviewed the record and confirmed a clean chain of title, it will issue an owner's title insurance policy to the homebuyer. For a one-time fee, this policy protects the homebuyer's down payment along with any mortgage payments made or funds invested into the property should a title matter arise down the road. Approximately 1\/3 of properties have a title issue arise, usually at time of sale or refinance, however most homeowners never hear about it because their owner's title insurance policy covers them.                           Who chooses the title company?   It is the legal right of the homebuyer to choose the title company in DC, Maryland and Virginia. The custom may vary in other jurisdictions. Homebuyers who shop title fees and service ratings tend to have better experiences at the closing table.                           Does it matter which title company I choose?  We certainly think so, and most consumers would agree. The title company is supposed to be an unbiased third party primarily looking out for the best interests of the homebuyer. Sometimes, real estate brokerages will purchase a title company or real estate agents will create joint ventures with a title company, which not only eliminates the unbias element of an independent third-party, replacing it with a significant conflict of interest, these arrangements tend to jack up closing costs for consumers.         Whatever title company you choose, make sure you choose an independent title company for your real estate settlement. And if you value exceptional service and low fees, consider choosing Federal Title as your closing services provider.                           How do I compare title companies near me?  For starters, go to the websites of local title companies and get a quote. Most have an online quote tool now, although Federal Title was the first. Second, understand there are 3 types of costs that appear on a title company quote. They are title fees, title insurance premiums and taxes. Taxes are the same across the board. Title insurance premiums are generally the same across the board because they are filed with DC, Maryland or Virginia. However, title insurance underwriters may file different rates in an effort to compete with each other. Depending on the title insurance underwriter, a title company quote may show some variance in the title insurance premium. You can also ask the title company if they use a title insurance underwriter with a lower title insurance rate on file.     Where you'll find the most significant variance is in the title or settlement fees. Federal Title's settlement fee is all-inclusive, but most title companies itemize and nickel and dime. Tabulate all the fees in the title company quote for a real apples-to-apples cost comparison of local title companies.  Finally, note how many other title companies you encounter are as transparent about their fees as Federal Title. We sincerely encourage you to shop fees among local title companies, because we believe in providing excellent service at a competitive price.                           Can I close remotely with a title company?       These days consumers expect every aspect of their real estate transactions to be digitized. The industry is moving that way but hasn't fully converted. Sellers and all-cash buyers, plus borrowers with lender approval, can close remotely with Federal Title attorneys. Legislation to permit remote closing (a.k.a. digital closing) nationally has already passed the House, and we anxiously await passage in the Senate as of summer 2022 so we can begin offering remote closings to all.                                    Mobile fund deliveries   Send your earnest money checks quickly and securely, directly from your smart phone.                             Remote, digital closings   Legally close with Federal Title attorneys, from any smart device, any time, within minutes.                             Red Alert: Wire Fraud  Protect Yourself \u00bb                    Read Our Reviews \u00bb  Highly experienced, a best-rated title company  We offer:               Remote & digital closing solutions          Complete, upfront cash-to-close picture            Closing process tracker              Local knowledge accrued over 25 years of business              Seamless, stress-free closings              Accessible in-house attorneys & seasoned support staff               Easy, proactive communication          REAL Benefits™ including a closing cost credit of up to $750,And up to 2 hours of free legal consultation          Best service for the best rate,Get a closing costs quote \u00bb         Have questions? We'd love to hear from you! Contact Us                Closing Costs Explained...                   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