Agents
Buying a home may be the biggest investment you will make in your lifetime. Working with a skilled real estate agent, knowledgeable mortgage lender, and an experienced title company is key to ensuring a successful home purchase. We treat each transaction as a partnership and are available to answer all questions, before, during and even after the settlement. We even offer free consultations and can point you to an experienced agent or lender to meet your needs.
Below are links to tips, guides and more, catered just for you, the buyer. We want you to have access to all the resources available for a smooth and successful closing! Click the images to view PDFs on all of the information you may need or call us with any questions.
Buyer Related FAQ’s
After contract ratification, we conduct a thorough title search, review the chain of title to verify the legal conveyance of each deed in the chain, identify and clear liens, and issue title insurance policies protecting the buyer and the lender. We also:
- Coordinate with your lender and all parties to the transaction
- Prepare the settlement statement and closing documents to transfer the title
- Facilitate closing day when documents are signed and ownership transfers
- Disburse all funds according to the terms of the contract and settlement statement
- Record all documents to legally transfer title.
Yes! Title insurance protects you against hidden defects in the property’s ownership history — things like an undiscovered lien, a forged deed in the chain of title, or an unknown heir with a claim to the property. Your lender will require a Lender’s Policy and we will issue an Owner’s Policy at closing — it’s a one-time premium that protects your equity and property rights for as long as you (or your heirs) own the home.
Yes. RSI Title follows strict cybersecurity protocols for all communication involving wire transfers and financial data. We use encrypted email for sending sensitive instructions and always recommend that clients call us directly to verify wire instructions before transferring any funds. Never wire money based solely on an email, even one that appears to come from us — always call first to confirm.
Both are legal instruments that secure your home loan. Maryland, DC, and Virginia all use deeds of trust rather than mortgages. The practical difference: a deed of trust involves three parties (borrower, lender, and trustee), which can make foreclosure slightly faster if you default. For most buyers, the day-to-day experience is identical — you make monthly payments and own the home subject to the loan.
We are fully licensed, insured bonded and regulated in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. You may verify our licenses through each state’s insurance commission.
Choosing RSI Title
Choosing RSI Title means choosing clear communication, transparent fees, and secure handling of your funds and documents. We combine local knowledge with technology-enabled options (including remote closings where available) to make the process efficient and stress-free. For details, timelines, or to schedule a closing, visit rsititle.com or contact our team today.