VLTA Examiner
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The mission of the Virginia Land Title Association (VLTA) is to promote communication and to provide education throughout the real estate and title insurance industries. The mission includes promoting standards and regulations that increase the effectiveness of the industries. Legislative initiatives and educational programs are primary aspects of the VLTA's work. Leadership in ethical..
VLTA Examiner
2M ago
On January 12th, Allison Mills shared the sad news of the passing of Judy Gregory. Less than a month later, the news that Ally had passed as well stunned everyone who knew them. In the years before webinars, I met Judy at one of the underwriter events where we weren’t competitors, but industry colleagues. I ..read more
VLTA Examiner
2M ago
Title professionals are no strangers to the difficulties in getting to the bottom of ownership issues for those operating a business through opaque entities. Peeling back the layers is often required to get to the ultimate owner. The anonymity provided is important to some companies as a means of legally doing business. However, these same ..read more
VLTA Examiner
2M ago
The weather is getting warmer, the grass is growing, and we adjusted our clocks so that means Spring is on the way! That also means that this year’s session of the General Assembly (GA) is wrapping up. If you did not participate in the VLTA’s Lobby Day in February, you missed a great opportunity to check out ..read more
VLTA Examiner
2M ago
The Unknown Title Examiner TUTE departs from the usual dive into the land records to discuss what is in this electronic age an all-too-frequent occurrence of fraud in the marketplace. “Hello, Ms. Jetson? My name is Spacely and I own a lot in Bedrock subdivision. I see from your credentials that you list and sell ..read more
VLTA Examiner
2M ago
Virginia Land Title Association End of Session Report 12 March, 2024 The General Assembly adjourned “sine die” on March 9th. Adjournment on time and with a budget had been a goal of the new democratic leadership since the beginning of session. Even though there were some 11th hour difficulties we did manage to accomplish both. This session began ..read more
VLTA Examiner
2M ago
As VLTA proudly reaches its 50th anniversary, we reflect on the remarkable journey that has shaped this distinguished association into a beacon of excellence in the industry. Over the past half-century, VLTA has played a pivotal role in fostering collaboration, innovation, and growth within the land title profession. This golden milestone is not just a ..read more
VLTA Examiner
2M ago
The Virginia Land Title Association – “IT STARTS WITH YOU” Did you know that YOU can help run the Virginia Land Title Association? In addition to the Executive Director and the Board of Directors, VLTA has Five Committees that need YOUR help! Committee meetings are held monthly at vlta.tradewing.com. These Committees meet monthly to further ..read more
VLTA Examiner
5M ago
Foreign Investment Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA) became law in 1980 ensuring Foreign Seller’s do not skip out on paying the IRS tax bill when selling U.S. real estate. We often see FIRPTA discovered in real estate transactions at the closing which is not the time for surprises. A FIRPTA surprise at closing often will ..read more