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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.
We use the most advanced technology for title processing called Qualia Connect. This system uses a portal for all parties to securely send and receive information. It also tracks the progress of your transaction so you can stay updated during the entire process.
Always confirm wiring instructions with our office by phone (301-610-7777) before sending funds. RSI Title will never change wiring instructions via email at the last minute. You should never accept wire instructions from anyone other than the title company. Wire information should be never be verified number listed on the wire instructions.
Buyers: government-issued ID and any lender-required documents.
Sellers: government-issued ID and wire instructions for sending net proceeds.
Yes. We offer remote online notarization and virtual closings in Maryland, Virginia, and D.C., subject to lender approval and other restrictions based on the laws of the jurisdiction.
You’ll review and sign all necessary documents. Once funds are collected and disbursed, RSI Title records your deed and mortgage, officially transferring ownership.
Each jurisdiction sets its own transfer or recordation taxes. These are based on the sales price and loan amount and are paid at closing. Typically they are split equally between buyer and seller, but like many details in a real estate transaction, they may be negotiated in the contract.
Your lender is required by law to issue a Closing Disclosure at least 3 days before settlement (for the Buyer). RSI Title will also provide your final settlement statement prior to closing. We can prepare preliminary statements so that you have an understanding of the costs well before the closing date.
Fees vary depending on property, loan type, and jurisdiction. Typical costs include:
- real estate commissions
- Lender fees (buyer)
- Title insurance premiums
- Settlement fees
- Recording costs
- State or local transfer taxes
You’ll receive a detailed settlement statement before closing and we offer free quotes and estimates. We always guarantee our title fees upfront.
Most transactions close within 30–45 days, depending on lender timelines and whether title issues arise. We offer quick turnaround for cash transactions, refinances or if the parties require expedited processing and can close in as little as 2 weeks.
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.
Escrow means we hold funds (such as your earnest money) in a secure account until all contract conditions are met. At closing, we disburse funds to the seller, lenders, and other parties. We are licensed, insured, bonded and have decades of experience to ensure the utmost professionalism and security of your funds. We also invest in the most advanced technology to further protect your personal data.
Customs vary by jurisdiction. Typically, the buyer pays for both the lender and owner’s policy. The owner’s policy and settlement fees may be split or negotiated in the contract.
Common issues include unpaid liens, errors in public records, judgments, identity theft, or disputes over boundaries. RSI Title works to resolve these before closing so your ownership is secure. Title insurance protects the homeowner from future issues that may arise after closing such as boundary disputes, zoning violations or unpaid, undisclosed charges affecting the property.
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