We get asked this question a lot: "What is the difference between title and escrow?" We've created this educational infographic to help people understand, click on the image for a larger view! Contact your escrow officer if you have any questions! ...
Starting January 1, 2017, water conservation retrofitting goes statewide for single family dwellings. All homes built on or before January 1, 1994 are required to update to complying water conserving fixtures on or before January 1, 2017. Commercial buildings and multi-family units built prior to...
One of our priorities here at American Trust Escrow is to ensure we keep you informed about topics affecting our industry! So, we wanted to share with you a few details about a pretty hot topic: Social media + RESPA We all love social media....
The language of escrow and the real estate transaction doesn't need to be a stumbling block; once you know the terms, these words become what they are meant to be - valuable tools to help smooth the road to a successful transaction. Contingency This is a clause...
On July 26, 2016, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network ("FinCEN"), a bureau of the United States Department of Treasury, issued a Geographical Targeting Order ("GTO") requiring title insurers, their subsidiaries and agents, to report certain information in connection with the purchase of 1-4 unit residential...
Several cities have updated their retrofitting and property report requirements. We have the latest report requirements here on our website: https://americantrustescrow.com/city-property-report-requirements/. Check back often for updates!...
We had a great time at our first build day with Giveback Homes in Inglewood. Giveback Homes was founded with the goal of bringing a new giving model to the world of real estate. We are the first escrow company to partner with GBHs in the country...
For the third consecutive year, Pango Group, American Trust Escrow's parent company, has been recognized as one of the best companies to work for in Los Angeles. The Best Places To Work in Los Angeles list, launched ten years ago by The Los Angeles Business...
When real estate is sold in California, the state requires that income tax for that sale must be withheld. In this post we will discuss sellers who are individuals or who may qualify as an individual. We will also explain qualified exceptions and exemptions to...
Pango Group has added three new Business Development Representatives to help service their growing client base. John Vazquez, Rachel Gallagher, and Tamara Kalama will head up sales in areas including Glendale, Orange County, Los Angeles, and surrounding cities.With more than four decades of collective real estate experience, the executive management team is growing...
