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Increased Scrutiny on "Settlement Agencies" by: Brena Huffman
With the rapidly changing market conditions, it is more common today for clients to get referred to a "Settlement Agent" or "Traveling Notary" to conduct their closing in effort to save time or money. However, there is no substitute for quality and experience and HUFFMAN LAW's fees are usually lower than these outfits.
When you use an attorney to conduct your closing:
-You can get answers to legal questions and receive guidance concerting title and other legal issues.
-Trust Funds are insured and audited by the State Bar.
-An attorney must obey the State Bar's Rules of Professional Conduct & Ethics.
Click on the LINKS below to see what
the North Carolina Bar has said about this recent surge in "Settlement Agencies"
Please visit the Real Estate Lawyers Association of North Carolina, Inc.. website for additional information.