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New Jersey/Pennsylvania Region Underwriting Roundtable: Signing Authority
2025-06-17 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for our next New Jersey/Pennsylvania Underwriting Roundtable on Tuesday, June 17th, 2025, at 2:00 pm ET. This event will provide a valuable forum to explore the current topics frequently encountered by our WFG Underwriters.
Navigating transactions involving legal entities can be challenging. It is essential to require an individual to sign on behalf of these entities when engaging in a real estate transaction.
During this roundtable session, the New Jersey/Pennsylvania Region Underwriting team will discuss the necessary documents to confirm who is authorized to sign for entities such as LLCs, corporations, trusts, and estates.
Please submit any entity questions or scenarios you want to be covered during the webinar at registration or email wfgagencyevents@wfgtitle.com
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New England Underwriting Office Hours - Every Friday at 1:00 pm ET
2025-06-20 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-11 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-18 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-25 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-29 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-12 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-19 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) and 3 more dates
Do you have a problematic file to review or a general underwriting question to flesh out?
If so, once a week you can join your New England Underwriting team for Underwriting Office Hours.
Each Friday at 1:00 pm ET, you can log into our live Zoom meeting to discuss any general underwriting questions or a complex transaction.
Not an authorized agent of WFG National Title Insurance Company?
No problem. Everyone is welcome!
Follow this link to join this week’s session!

Central Region Underwriting Roundtable | Across State Lines: Ancillary Cases and Out-of-State Dealings
2025-06-24 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us for the Central Region Underwriting Roundtable on June 24th at 12:00 pm ET/ 11:00 am CT.
Discover how out-of-state matters affect title insurance. From foreign judgments, foreign entities, bankruptcy, and ancillary estates, we’ll discuss what we are seeing and how you should deal with these issues when they pop up on your file!
Have specific questions or scenarios in mind? Submit them when you register, and we’ll be ready to discuss during our session.
Don’t miss this chance to connect, share ideas, and gain insights.
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National Agency Underwriting Roundtable - UCC Fixture Filings
2025-06-25 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for our next National Agency Underwriting Roundtable onWednesday, June 25th, at 2:00 pm ET. This event will provide a valuable forum to explore the current topics frequently encountered by our WFG Underwriters.
During this session, the National Agency Underwriting team will discuss how to address curative issues for UCC Fixture Filings of solar equipment and other items installed in residential property.
Please submit any specific questions or scenarios related to UCC Fixture Filings at registration or email wfgagencyevents@wfgtitle.com.
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New England Underwriting Office Hours - Every Friday at 1:00 pm ET
2025-06-27 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Do you have a problematic file to review or a general underwriting question to flesh out?
If so, once a week you can join your New England Underwriting team for Underwriting Office Hours.
Each Friday at 1:00 pm ET, you can log into our live Zoom meeting to discuss any general underwriting questions or a complex transaction.
Not an authorized agent of WFG National Title Insurance Company?
No problem. Everyone is welcome!
Follow this link to join this week’s session!

*Note – There will be no session on Friday, July 4, 2025.

Texas CE Webinar: The New FinCEN Residential Cash Transaction Reporting Requirements
2025-07-15 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Join WFG National Title Insurance Company for a 1-hour CE webinar on The New FinCEN Residential Cash Transaction Reporting Requirements, effective December 1, 2025. This course will be presented by Leslie S. Johnson, VP, Underwriting Counsel.
You’re likely aware that the new FinCEN rule is coming, but what does it mean for you and your business? During this course, Leslie will explain which types of transactions are subject to the new rule, when and where to submit reports, what information needs to be collected, and how to avoid penalties. Attend this course to prepare yourself for the upcoming changes as we head into December!
This course will also cover:
– The definition of a Transferee Entity.
– Who is responsible for reporting the transaction.
– What information must be reported.
– Steps you can take now to prepare for the new rule.
This course has been approved for 1 hour of TDI credit.
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National Agency Underwriting Roundtable: Mobile Homes
2025-07-22 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for our next National Agency Underwriting Roundtable on Tuesday, July 22nd, at 2:00 PM ET. This event offers a valuable opportunity to explore current topics that WFG Underwriters often encounter.
During this session, the National Agency Underwriting team will discuss how to address common challenges associated with insuring properties with a mobile home.
If you have specific questions or scenarios related to mobile homes, please submit them during registration or email wfgagencyevents@wfgtitle.com.
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Central Region Underwriting Roundtable Preventable Claims: Spotting Trouble Before It Strikes
2025-07-23 11:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
Join us for the Central Region Underwriting Roundtable on July 23rd at 11:30 AM ET / 10:30 AM CT.
During this session, the Central Region Underwriting team will discuss common red flags that can lead to title insurance claims, such as identity fraud, missed liens, and issues with document execution. Using real-world examples, they will demonstrate how to identify problems early and take simple steps to prevent losses before they reach the claims desk.
If you have specific questions or scenarios in mind, please submit them when you register, and the team will be prepared to address them during the session.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, share ideas, and gain valuable insights.
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New England Underwriting Office Hours - Every Friday at 1:00 pm ET
2025-08-08 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Do you have a problematic file to review or a general underwriting question to flesh out?
If so, once a week you can join your New England Underwriting team for Underwriting Office Hours.
Each Friday at 1:00 pm ET, you can log into our live Zoom meeting to discuss any general underwriting questions or a complex transaction.
Not an authorized agent of WFG National Title Insurance Company?
No problem. Everyone is welcome!
Follow this link to join this week’s session!
*Please note there will be no Office Hours session on August 15th or August 22nd. See you on August 29th!

National Agency Underwriting Roundtable - Probate and Estates
2025-08-21 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
Join us for our upcoming National Agency Underwriting Roundtable on Thursday, August 21st, at 2:00 PM ET. This event presents a valuable opportunity to discuss topics WFG Underwriters frequently encounter.
During this session, the National Agency Underwriting team will provide an overview of the probate process and explain why it is often necessary. They will also highlight common pitfalls to avoid.
If you have specific questions or scenarios related to probate and estates, please submit them during registration or email wfgagencyevents@wfgtitle.com.
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Central Region Underwriting Roundtable | From Chaos to Closing: Tackling Messy Investor Deals
2025-08-25 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Investor transactions can be some of the most complex. Multiple properties, rapid timelines, incomplete paperwork, surprise liens, hard money lender requirements, and unexpected ownership issues can turn a simple deal into a closing nightmare.
Join us for the Central Region Underwriting Roundtable on August 25th at 2:00 pm CT / 3:00 pm ET as we explore the complex world of investor transactions.
During this session, the Central Region Underwriting team will explore challenges unique to investor deals, from flips and distressed properties to hard money–financed acquisitions, as well as best practices to follow when you have a transaction involving investors.
If you have specific questions or scenarios, please submit them when you register, and the team will address them during the session.
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Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, share ideas, and gain valuable insights.

New Jersey/Pennsylvania Region Underwriting Roundtable: New FinCEN Reporting Requirements
2025-09-10 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for our next New Jersey/Pennsylvania Underwriting Roundtable on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 11:00 am ET. This event will provide a valuable forum to explore the current topics frequently encountered by our WFG Underwriters.
During this roundtable session, the New Jersey/Pennsylvania Region Underwriting team will discuss the new FinCEN Residential Real Estate Transaction Reporting Requirements, and what you need to know now to prepare to implement when it takes effect on December 1, 2025.
Please submit any questions or scenarios you would like the team to cover during the webinar at registration or email wfgagencyevents@wfgtitle.com.
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Texas Underwriting Office Hours: Texas Homestead Issues
2025-09-11 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
You’re invited to the next Texas Underwriting Office Hours session on Thursday, September 11th, at 10:00 am CT.
Join WFG Underwriters as they dive into the concept of “homestead” in Texas and its impact on title transactions.
Key topics include:
-Why your residence and homestead may differ.
-When a cash-out loan must be a home equity loan.
-Homestead and additional collateral issues.
Bring your questions and tricky transactions for a live discussion. Don’t miss this valuable session!
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Louisiana CE / CLE Webinar: Mapping it Out: Surveys in Louisiana Real Estate Transactions
2025-09-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Join WFG National Title Insurance Company for a 1-hour CE/CLE webinar that offers an informative overview of using surveys in real estate transactions.
During this course, Jonathan Dufrene, PLS, from Dufrene Surveying & Engineering, Inc., will share insights from his over 25 years of experience in the surveying industry. He will be joined by WFG’s David Silverstein, SVP, Louisiana/Mississippi Regional Manager. Together, they will discuss how surveys are conducted, common problems that arise in the field, and their connections to title insurance policies.
This course will also cover:
-Survey techniques and products.
-Survey coverage, requirements, and exceptions in title insurance policies.
-Real-world examples of past surveying projects with interesting legal and title issues.
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National Webinar | The New FinCEN Residential Cash Transaction Reporting Requirements: What You Need to Know Now
2025-09-23 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Get Ready for the New FinCEN Rule
You’ve probably heard the new FinCEN rule is coming—but do you know what it means for your business? Join WFG National Title Insurance Company on September 23rd at 1:00 pm ET for an in-depth webinar designed to help you navigate these upcoming changes with confidence.
During the webinar, our experts will break down:

Which transactions are subject to the new rule.
When and where reports must be submitted.
What information must be collected.
How to avoid costly penalties.

With the deadline approaching in December, this session will give you the clarity and tools you need to stay compliant and protect your business.
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This course will be presented by:
Stan Czaja, SVP, Central Region Manager
Rachel Richardson, AVP, Senior Underwriting Counsel – Central Region and National Agency Counsel
Cheryl Cowherd – National Agency and Central Region Underwriting Counel

Michigan Kickoff to Knowledge Webinar Series | Foreclosure and Tax Sales
2025-10-01 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Looking for a playbook to tackle tricky transactions?
Want to avoid fumbling the ball during your next closing?
Your title insurance coaching staff—the Central Region Underwriting team—is here to help you stay in the game and score big!
Join us this fall for the Michigan Kickoff to Knowledge webinar series and get the winning strategies you need to dominate the field.
First up, join Rachel Richardson and Sam Shellhaas on October 1st at 1:00 pm ET as they tackle the complexities of non-judicial foreclosures in Michigan. Think of them as your coaching duo, breaking down the playbook of underwriting guidelines and flagging the penalties to avoid when managing foreclosures in real estate transactions.
They’ll also huddle up to discuss Michigan Tax Sales, highlighting the potential fumbles that can occur and sharing strategies to stay ahead of the game. With their guidance, you’ll learn how to call the right plays to prevent costly mistakes and keep your transactions running smoothly.
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Florida CE/CLE Webinar: The New FinCEN Residential Cash Transaction Reporting Requirements
2025-10-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Join WFG National Title Insurance Company for a 1-hour CE webinar on The New FinCEN Residential Cash Transaction Reporting Requirements, effective March 1, 2026.
You’re likely aware that the new FinCEN rule is coming, but what does it mean for you and your business? During this course, the Florida Underwriting Team will explain which types of transactions are subject to the new rule, when and where to submit reports, what information needs to be collected, and how to avoid penalties.
Attend this course to prepare yourself for the upcoming changes as we head into December!
This course will also cover:
-Changes to the rule.
-What transactions must be reported.
-Who is responsible for reporting the transaction.
-When to report. -What information must be reported.
-Potential penalties for non-compliance,
-FAQs and common scenarios
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This course has been approved by the Florida Department of Financial Services for insurance continuing education credit.
Course Title: New FinCEN Residential Cash Transaction Reporting Requirements
DFS Course ID: 134958
DFS Course Offering ID: 1223712
DFS Approval: 1 Hr. General Credit
Florida Bar No: 2508873N
Florida Bar Approval: 1 Hr. General CLE Credit, 1 Hr. Real Estate Certification Credit

Texas CE Webinar: Ad Valorem Taxes
2025-10-08 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Join WFG National Title Insurance Company for an informative 1-hour Texas CE session reviewing the fundamentals of Ad Valorem Taxes, presented by Chance Perkins, Underwriting Counsel, Agency Southwest Region.
In this session, we’ll cover:
– The basics of ad valorem taxes.
– Procedural Rule P-20.
– Potential insuring issues related to taxes.
– Relevant coverage provided to insured(s) under the Basic Manual.
This course has been approved for 1 hour of TDI credit.
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Central Region Underwriting Roundtable | FinCEN Follow-Up
2025-10-14 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York)
Did you miss the National FinCEN webinar on September 23rd?
Perhaps you attended but still have questions about the new rule.
We invite you to join the Central Region Underwriting Roundtable on October 14th at 2:30 pm CT / 3:30 pm ET, where we’ll continue the conversation on FinCEN.
In this session, the Central Region Underwriting team will provide updates following the September 23rd webinar, share the latest insights on FinCEN, and address your questions.
Do you have specific questions or scenarios in mind? If so, submit them during registration, and our team will cover them during the session.
Register today to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and gain valuable insights. Don’t miss this opportunity!
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National Agency Underwriting Roundtable | Bankruptcy in Residential Transactions
2025-10-16 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
Join WFG National Title Insurance Company for the National Agency Underwriting Roundtable on Thursday, October 16, at 2:00 PM ET. This session offers insights into common underwriting challenges and solutions.
During this session, the National Agency Underwriting team will present a “Bankruptcy Survival Guide” for insuring residential transactions and highlight common mistakes that can lead to serious claims.
Submit your bankruptcy-related questions or scenarios during registration or email them to wfgagencyevents@wfgtitle.com.
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