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From market trends to new regulations to cutting-edge technologies, you want to keep up on the issues affecting your business. With First American Title National Commercial Services, you have an experienced and trusted advisor in the field. We continually offer timely, relevant educational resources to keep you — and your business — up to speed.

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Articles and White Papers

In-depth, thought-provoking business insight is just a click away. Our articles and white papers offer a unique perspective on the toughest issues facing today's economy and the commercial real estate industry.

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2021 Title Camp

Join us as we explore sessions offering practical knowledge and key guidance for the title industry from those who know it best.

Our intrepid Explorer Guides are seasoned commercial title experts who will share their knowledge and expertise. With over 130 years in title insurance, First American knows a bit about the business and navigating the commercial real estate landscape.

Discover the latest information on relevant topics and helpful refreshers by attending one or all of our six-part Title Camp sessions.

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Past Title Camp Series
Webinar — 04/21/21 Adventures in Mechanic's Liens in Title Insurance Access Webinar ›
Webinar — 06/23/21 UCC & Equity Sign Up ›
Webinar — 07/14/21 eClosing & RON Sign Up ›
Webinar — 08/21 Title 101 for new attorneys Coming Soon ›
Webinar — 09/15/21 Advanced Commercial Transactions Coming Soon ›
Webinar — 11/18/21 Surveys Coming Soon ›

2021 Real Estate Customs Guide

Your guide to real estate laws and customs by state.

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Endorsement Guide

Our newly revised Endorsement Guide is an introduction to the most commonly requested title insurance endorsements in today's market, providing you with forms promulgated by the American Land Title Association, along with explanations and commentary.

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Lecture Series

Get answers to the toughest questions facing the commercial real estate industry today with First American Title's Lecture Series. These in-depth presentations feature expert commentary from industry thought leaders, delivered through informative and engaging webinars.

 

CRE Economy Update

First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming explores the current commercial real estate market in his latest webinar: CRE Economy Update: Which sectors were the "winners" and "losers" of the Corona-Economy. Watch now.

COVID and CRE: Where do we go from here?

While the pandemic-driven recession may have been the shortest in modern American economic history, its ripple effects are historic – and the impact to the commercial market has been significant. This session explains what made this recession so different and how the recovery is measuring up – particularly in the commercial market.

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