Author: American Trust Escrow

The term REO stands for Real Estate Owned properties.  These are properties that are owned by a bank or lender and are for sale to the public. These properties were reverted back to the bank after the homeowner was foreclosed upon.  If the home fails...

If you are either in the process of buying or selling a foreclosure property, understanding the basic terms associated with the process will help you ask appropriate questions of your REALTOR, the escrow officer, the lender and/or other parties involved in the transaction. This can...

Demystifying the escrow process for buyers is part of our goal here at American Trust Escrow.  One of the ways we accomplish this is by providing buyer's a detailed opening package. This package contains a particular form called a Vesting Form that is integral to...