How to File a Title Insurance Claim

How to File a Claim Online

If you are protected by a First American title insurance policy, filing a claim is simple. When you submit your title insurance claim, you will be asked to provide:

1. Copy of your title insurance policy.
2. Contact information: Your name, mailing address, phone number, and email address.
3. Property address: The property address, or if your property does not have a street address, the parcel number.
4. Claim explanation: A brief but detailed explanation of why you are submitting a claim.
5. Supporting documentation What documents should I upload?
   • Title policy
   • Title commitment or preliminary report
   • HUD-1, closing disclosure or final settlement statement
   • Recent title search or commitment showing the claims issue
   • Any notices received from an adverse party
   • If litigation is involved, a copy of the lawsuit, etc.
   • Survey, if access, easement, legal description, survey, boundary or encroachment issue
   • Tax bills/notices if claim involves taxes or assessments
   • Any other relevant documents or information : Any documents or other paperwork that supports your claim.

Get Started With Your Claim

How to File a Claim via Mail, Fax, or Email

Download and complete the First American Title Claim Request PDF and submit it with your supporting documents to:

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Questions?

Call our National Claims Intake Center at +1 (888) 632-1642 and select option 4 to leave a message, and we will return your call within one business day.