Arrowhead Title, Inc.

Title insurance offers homeowners many great benefits.  Because of this, it is quite possibly one of the most valuable purchases in homeownership you will ever make.   While they may not be tangible or as easily identifiable, the advantages of title insurance are substantial. Here is a quick look at 4 of the benefits, courteous of the team at  Arrowhead Title, Inc. 1. Preventative Assistance A title search is conducted before a title policy is ever issued.  The goal of this search is to uncover any problems before the sale of the home closes. If issues are revealed, the buyers and sellers will have an opportunity to resolve them before the closing date. Depending on the severity of the issues, the buyers may choose to walk away from the deal altogether. 2. Protection From Unforeseen Problems Before a title policy is issued, the agency conducts a thorough title search in an attempt to uncover any potential issues with or threats to the title in question....

Whether you are the buyer, seller, lender or borrower, you want the assurance that no funds or property will change hands until ALL of the conditions are met in the purchase agreement. In order to ensure that both parties are protected during a transaction, typically an escrow fund is agreed upon to be held as collateral. This not only offers a safety net for the seller as a show of good faith from the buyer, but it also protects the buyer's interest in the purchase of the property as well. Now, we understand that not everyone understands the need for escrow services. So, this week, we'll be giving an in depth look at what escrow is and why it's an important part of the home buying process. What is Escrow? An escrow is a financial arrangement where a third party holds and regulates payment of the funds required for two parties involved in a given transaction. It helps make transactions more secure by keeping the payment in a secure escrow account which is only release...

As long-time members of the Lake of the Ozarks community, the team at Arrowhead Title, Inc . is proud to support all the great events that take place around our area. One organization that is particularly close to our hearts is Ozark Coast Kiwanis. This week, we want to take the opportunity to give you a heads up on a fantastic community event that supports Kiwanis (and countless other local organizations) - The Great Bagnell Dam Duck Drop . About The Great Bagnell Dam Duck Drop The Great Bagnell Dam Duck Drop is a fun-filled event for people of all ages. The event offers two main attractions: The Duck Drop Golf Tournament and the Family Fun Zone. In addition to being great fun for the general public, both of these benefits raise money to benefit local kids through a variety of local organizations. Proceeds from the golf tournament benefit: Lake Area Big Brothers Big Sisters Ozark Coast Kiwanis Proceeds from the Family Fun Zone and Duck Drop benefit: Ozark Coast Kiwanis K...

An important part of buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks is to ensure your investment is protected. Consider this: in order to take out a loan to obtain the home, your lender will require a lender's title policy to be purchased to protect their interest. If your lender requires it to make the loan, wouldn't that be a good indication that it's probably important for you as the homeowner to invest in a homeowner's policy to protect YOUR interest? For the sake of ensuring you have full rights and clear ownership to the property, it's essential to make sure you get a title insurance policy . Keep reading to learn more about some of the advantages title insurance offers. Protection Of Your Largest Asset Your home is unarguably the largest investment you will ever make. Even if you buy expensive cars and/or expensive boats, these types of purchases will probably never truly compare to the initial purchase price of your home. Not only that, but as home prices co...

Independence Day is this week! Americans across the country are firing up the grills and purchasing car-loads of fireworks in preparation for this glorious holiday. The Fourth of July provides us the opportunity to celebrate our nation's independence and everything our country stands for, and we intend to make the most of it! Homeownership is an integral part of the American Dream, and it is a beautiful symbol of independence. Arrowhead Title, Inc is proud to be a part of this dream by protecting homeowners (and lenders) as they make the biggest investments of their lives. Like our beautiful flag waving proudly in the wind, Arrowhead Title is always there and ready to help new homeowners make their American dream a reality!  RED The color of blood and fire, red symbolizes strength, energy, power, courage, vigor, willpower, and passion. As a local  title insurance agency at the Lake of the Ozarks , we are charged with protecting the biggest investments most people will ...