New England Underwriting Office Hours - Every Friday at 1:00 pm ET
2024-12-13 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-20 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-01-03 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-01-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-01-17 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-01-24 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-01-31 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-02-07 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) and 8 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!
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Texas CE Webinar: The ABC's of POA's
2024-12-17 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Do you have a clear understanding what is required prior to closing when a Power of Attorney (POA) will be used in a transaction?
We invite you to join us on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at 10:00 am CT, for The ABC’s of POA’s, presented by Mary Belan Doggett, Underwriting Counsel for Southwest Region.
During this course, Mary dive into the key aspects of how POAs are used in Texas and what you need to know before going to the closing table.
By attending this course, you can also expect to learn:

Requirements for use of a POA – What makes it “durable”?
Related forms, such as the Certification.
Important procedures, such as when and how to reject a POA.
And much more!

This course has been approved for 1 hour of TDI credit.
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Agent 2.0 Webinar: How to Safeguard Your Title Business - Tackling Fraud With Technology
2024-12-19 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Fraud threats in the title industry are evolving, but so is the technology to combat them. Learn how you can protect your business.
Join WFG National Title Insurance Company’s Stan Czaja, Esq., SVP, Central Region Manager in Collaboration with ClosingLock on December 19, 2024, at 3:00 PM ET for How to Safeguard Your Title Business – Tackling Fraud with Technology.
During this session, you’ll gain insights into:

How to identify the red flags of real estate fraud before it’s too late.
Technology that enhances fraud prevention in the title industry.
Best practices that fortify your title business against fraudulent activities.

Don’t miss out! Register today and learn from industry leaders and equip your business with the knowledge and tools to safeguard against fraud.

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Central Region Underwriting Roundtable: Surveys Say…Surveys Matter!
2025-01-07 11:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
Join us for our next Central Region Underwriting Roundtable on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025, at 11:30 am ET. This event will provide a valuable forum to explore the current topics frequently encountered by our WFG Underwriters.
In this session, we’ll cover some of the survey issues we see every month as well as some fun survey-related stories.
Please submit any questions or scenarios you want to be covered during the webinar at registration or email wfgagencyevents@wfgtitle.com
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New Jersey/Pennsylvania Underwriting Roundtable
2025-01-14 13:30 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for our next New Jersey/Pennsylvania Underwriting Roundtable on Tuesday, January 14th, 2025 at 1:30 pm ET. This event will provide a valuable forum to explore the current topics frequently encountered by our WFG Underwriters.
In this session, the New Jersey/Pennsylvania Region Underwriting team will discuss marriage and divorce issues related to title insurance, such as tenancies and the effect of a divorce, liens against individual spouses, and when non-titled spouses are required to join in transactions.
Please submit any marriage and divorce questions or scenarios you want to be covered during the webinar at registration or email wfgagencyevents@wfgtitle.com
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New York CE/CLE Webinar - Foreclosure or Bankruptcy: Choosing a Path
2025-02-06 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Join WFG National Title Insurance Company for a 1-hour CE/CLE webinar on February 6, 2025 at 11:00 am ET for Foreclosure or Bankruptcy: Choosing Your Path presented by Lisa Zeppieri, AVP, Senior Underwriting Counsel and Despina Manoloudas, Esq., VP, Agency Business Development.
Gain insights into helping clients navigate financial distress by understanding the differences between bankruptcy and foreclosure.
This course will cover:

The foreclosure process
Loan modifications
Key differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13

By the end of the course, you will be equipped to guide clients in choosing the best path for their situation.
This course has been approved for one hour of CE credit and one hour CLE credit under the area of professional practice.
*This program also provides the opportunity to earn one credit towards the professional practice requirement, appropriate for newly admitted and experienced attorneys.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise.
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Central Region Underwriting Roundtable | Common Endorsements: Because “Just Trust Me” Isn’t Enough
2025-02-13 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago)
Join us for the Central Region Underwriting Roundtable on February 13th at 10:30 a.m. CT.
This month, the Central Region Underwriting team will dive into the most commonly requested endorsements—what they cover, how to issue them, and maybe even a few fun stories along the way (time permitting!).
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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2025 South Carolina Winter Underwriting Seminar
2025-02-17 08:15 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Riverbanks Zoo & Garden Ndoki Lodge, 500 Wildlife Parkway, Columbia, SC, 29210, United States
Join WFG National Title Insurance Company for the 2025 South Carolina Winter Underwriting Seminar!
Discover key insights from leading title industry professionals while earning CLE credits.
Topics include Ethics, FinCEN Updates, Business Efficiencies, and more!
Enjoy a day of learning and networking. Continental breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack will be provided.
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Texas CE Webinar: A Session on Surveys
2025-02-18 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Join WFG National Title Insurance Company for a 1-hour CE webinar that explores the different types of surveys used in Texas. During this session, we’ll review the elements and definitions of different types of surveys, as well as when and why surveys are used.
We’ll also share practical tips on what goes on the commitment, risks to consider and potential curative measures.
This course will also cover:

What constitutes a valid survey for insuring purposes.
How to apply what you see on the survey to your commitment.
How to use a survey to give endorsements.

This course will be presented by Mary Belan Doggett, Underwriting Counsel.
Approved for 1 Hour TDI Credit.
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Florida CE/CLE Webinar: From I Do to Adieu – Real Estate Insights on Marriage and Divorce
2025-03-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Join WFG National Title Insurance Company for a 1-hour CE/CLE webinar that explores the unique title challenges that arise in real estate transactions involving married couples. Gain a deeper understanding of how marital status impacts title ownership and learn to navigate key topics like joint tenancy, tenancy by the entirety, and title vesting.
Through real-world case studies and practical strategies, we’ll address common issues related to divorce, separation, and death—empowering you to protect your clients’ interests and ensure smooth transactions.
This course will also cover:

How to vest title for married persons.
How marriage affects homestead and probate.
What happens to property in a divorce.

By attending you will learn how to navigate title issues in real estate transactions for married couples.
This course will be presented by Debra Davids, VP, Underwriting Counsel.
Course Title: From I Do to Adieu: Real Estate Insights on Marriage and Divorce
DFS Course ID: 132668
DFS Course Offering ID: 1213459
Florida Bar No: 2500450N
DFS Approval: 1 Hr. CE Credit
Florida Bar Approval: 1 Hr. General CLE Credit, 1 Hr. Real Estate Credit
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise and earn continuing education credits!
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Central Region Underwriting Roundtable: Common Endorsements - Part II
2025-03-13 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for the Central Region Underwriting Roundtable on March 13th at 10:30 a.m. CT.
Join us for a continuation of our discussion on Common Endorsements. We will cover the following endorsement series:
ALTA 4 – Condo
ALTA 5 – PUD
ALTA 6 – Variable Rate
ALTA 14 – Future Advance
ALTA 18 – Tax Parcel
ALTA 19 – Contiguity
ALTA 26 – Subdivision
ALTA 27 – Usury
New and Future Endorsements: Revised 28, Revised 48, 48.1, and Post Policy Forgery Endorsement
Blank Endorsements

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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Louisiana CE/CLE Webinar: The New World of Tax Sales in Louisiana
2025-03-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Join WFG National Title Insurance Company for a 1-hour CE/CLE webinar discussing upcoming changes to Louisiana law impacting tax sales.
In December, Louisiana voters approved a constitutional amendment that will replace the current tax sale title system with a tax lien model starting in 2026. This shift will bring major changes to delinquent property tax collection, affecting prescription, civil procedure, title examiners, and insurers.
This course will also cover:

Changes to the tax sale laws in Acts 774 and 409.
Underwriting guidelines to insure existing tax sale titles.
Examples of recent case law on tax sales.

This course will be presented by Irl Silverstein, Louisiana State Underwriting Counsel.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise and earn continuing education credits!
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National Agency Underwriting Roundtable - Letters of Indemnity and Mutual Indemnification Agreements
2025-03-25 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for our first National Agency Underwriting Roundtable on Tuesday, March 25th, at 2:00 pm ET. This event will provide a valuable forum to explore the current topics frequently encountered by our WFG Underwriters.
In our initial session, we’ll introduce the National Agency Underwriting team, who will offer an overview and refresher about Letters of Indemnity and Mutual Indemnification Agreements.
Please submit any specific questions or scenarios related to Letters of Indemnity and Mutual Indemnification Agreements at registration or email wfgagencyevents@wfgtitle.com.
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New York CE/CLE Webinar - Wills and Estates
2025-04-03 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Join WFG National Title Insurance Company for a 1-hour CE/CLE webinar aimed at educating title agents and attorneys about the probate process and its administration.
This course will clarify the differences and similarities between these procedures and outline the requirements for submitting paperwork to the Surrogate’s Court. Attorneys will gain a better understanding of the surrogate’s process, enabling them to guide their clients more effectively during estate planning.
*This program also provides the opportunity to earn one credit towards the professional practice requirement, appropriate for newly admitted and experienced attorneys.
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New Jersey/Pennsylvania Region Underwriting Roundtable: Lien Duration and Priority
2025-04-08 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
Join us for our next New Jersey/Pennsylvania Underwriting Roundtable on Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 at 1:30 pm ET. This event will provide a valuable forum to explore the current topics frequently encountered by our WFG Underwriters.
In this session, the New Jersey/Pennsylvania Region Underwriting team will discuss the most common types of liens, covering Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Federal liens. We will also review when their priority attaches, their durations, and how to clear them.
Please submit any lien questions or scenarios you want to be covered during the webinar at registration or email wfgagencyevents@wfgtitle.com
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