How many Borders are currently working at Borders & Borders?
4- Harry, John, Margo, and David.
How many animals do I have?
3- two German Shepherds and a cat
Who signs a purchase contract?
Buyer and Seller
What does a title exam look for?
Title issues like mortgages, liens, unpaid taxes, and estates.
Joey is a new real estate agent looking for a title company that makes him feel welcome and can help answer his questions when tricky situations come up. Is he a good referral?
Yes! I love chatting with new real estate agents to let them know what sets Borders & Borders apart from other title companies.
How many years has Borders & Borders been in business?
54!
What is my favorite color?
Orange
Who pays earnest money?
The buyer
How long does a mortgage payoff take to get?
Anywhere from a few hours to several months depending on the lender
Natalie is buying a house from her mom without real estate agents. Is she a good refferal?
Yes! FSBO clients are great referrals.
What non-profit has Borders & Borders done every single closing for?
Habitat for Humanity
Where did I go to undergrad?
Bellarmine University
What is a contingency?
A contract clause that makes the agreement dependent on certain conditions being met. If these conditions are not fulfilled, one or both parties may be released from their obligations without penalty.
How do we know what property is being transferred on a deed?
The legal description of the property
Clark is a lender looking for a title company to send closings to that can run title and close quickly and efficiently. Is he a good referral?
Yes! Lenders are also great referrals for us. I'm always looking to connect with lenders because they have a lot of influence on where closings end up closing at.
What tradition does Borders & Borders have for first time home buyers?
The first time home buyer bell
What is my favorite movie?
Mamma Mia!
What date is the execution date on a contract?
The latest date any party to the transaction signs.
What is the name for the type of transaction where a property is purchased with a mortgage or liens still attached?
Subject to
Jake is an investor looking for an attorney that can help guide him on his wholesale deals. Is he a good referral?
Yes! We work with all kinds of investors. Whether you are interested in wholesaling, flipping, buying and holding, refinancing, or other creative deals we've seen it all.
Who does Borders & Borders represent in a closing?
In a lender transaction, we represent the lender. In a cash closing, we represent the buyer.
How many tattoos do I have?
7
How long does a contract need to be to be valid?
There is no length requirement
What is a quitclaim deed?
A deed that does not guarantee the quality of the title. The grantor simply conveys any interest they may have in the property, but makes no promise that the title is free of liens, claims, or other encumbrances.
Matt owns an Airbnb and wants to sell it so that he can purchase a long term rental. Is he a good referral?
Yes! This is a great referral for a 1031 exchange which our office handles.