The Title Team

10/13/2026

A title search helps uncover potential issues before they become scary surprises!
Before your closing, our team searches for:
👻 Unpaid liens
👻 Unknown heirs
👻 Recording errors
👻 Boundary disputes

10/07/2026

Not everyone is who they say they are. 👻 Seller impersonation fraud happens when a fraudster poses as the owner of a property and attempts to sell it without the true owner’s knowledge.

Vacant land, investment properties, and properties without a mortgage can be especially attractive targets.

At The Title Team, protecting the integrity of every transaction matters. Our teams stay alert for red flags and take steps to help verify identities throughout the closing process.

This spooky season, remember: some impersonators are a lot scarier than the ones wearing costumes. 🎃

09/29/2026

Wire fraud scams are becoming more sophisticated, and fraudulent emails can look surprisingly legitimate. Scammers may use real names, company information and familiar-looking email addresses to gain your trust.
A few important reminders when it comes to your closing:
🔒 Use our secure portal for important documents and funding information.
💵 The Title Team will never ask you to send your money ahead of time.
📧 Be cautious of unexpected instructions, unusual wording, typos or last-minute changes.
📞 Before sending funds, verify. Call your Title Team office directly using a phone number you know and trust. NEVER use contact information provided in a suspicious email.
When your money is involved, an extra phone call is always worth it.
STOP. CALL. VERIFY. 🔐

09/27/2026

🏡 Every closing day has a few essentials... and we think we covered most of them.
Did we miss anything? Tell us below if we did! 👇

09/25/2026

There is a little extra sparkle across The Title Team today as our offices celebrate Dolly Day! 💖
From big hair to lots of pink, rhinestones, boots, butterflies, and plenty of cups of ambition, our teams understood the assignment. ✨
Beyond the fun, we celebrated one of our favorite things about Dolly: her reminder that a little kindness goes a long way.

Happy Dolly Day from The Title Team! 🦋

09/22/2026

Every homeownership journey starts with a single step. When you're ready for yours, we'll be here to help make closing day one to remember. 🏠

09/19/2026

September is REALTOR® Safety Month 🏡

When you spend your days meeting new people, visiting unfamiliar properties, and working on the go, a few simple safety habits can make a big difference.

👉 Swipe through for a few important reminders to help you stay aware, prepared, and safe on the job.

And remember: no showing, appointment, or transaction is more important than your safety.

Stay safe out there!

09/17/2026

Do you have a closing coming up and you're not sure what to expect? We will do everything we can to ensure it is a smooth, easy process!

09/14/2026

Could someone steal your home without you knowing? 🏡🔐

It sounds unbelievable, but property and title fraud is a growing concern, and the FBI is warning homeowners to pay attention.

There are simple steps you can take to help protect yourself, including signing up for property record alerts through your local county recorder, if available.

This is one homeowners should read. 👇
https://loom.ly/wKfJBmc

Why the hard-earned milestone could also attract the wrong kind of attention.

09/11/2026

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to honor the courage of the first responders, service members and everyday Americans who stepped forward in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

We remember the lives. We remember the heroes. We remember the strength and unity that followed.

Never forget. 🇺🇸

08/07/2026

🔑 Fun Fact Friday!

Did you know? A deed and a title aren’t the same thing!

A deed is the legal document that transfers ownership of a property from one person to another.

A title is the legal right to own, use, and transfer that property.

Think of it this way: the deed is the document… the title is the ownership. The deed transfers the title—but they aren’t the same thing!

That’s why title professionals play such an important role in every real estate transaction, helping ensure ownership is transferred properly and your property rights are protected.

Happy Fun Fact Friday from all of us at The Title Team! 🏡

08/06/2026

Happy Birthday to Abby, our resident perky, fun, Chaos Coordinator! Wishing you the best today and every day of the coming year!

08/05/2026

07/31/2026

🌾 Fun Fact Friday!

Did you know Minnesota has more shoreline than California, Florida, and Hawaii combined?

With over 11,800 lakes and nearly 90,000 miles of shoreline, it’s no wonder Minnesotans love life on the water. From summer cabin weekends to year-round lake homes, waterfront living is a big part of what makes our state so special.

Whether it’s a cabin that’s been in the family for generations or your very first lake home, every property has a story—and we’re proud to help make the next chapter possible.

Happy Friday from all of us at The Title Team! 💙

07/24/2026

📬 Fun Fact Friday! 🛣️🌾

Ever notice how many country roads in Minnesota form perfect squares?

That’s because much of our state was surveyed using the Public Land Survey System in the 1800s. Surveyors divided the land into one-mile sections, creating the familiar grid of roads that still shapes much of rural Minnesota today.

Those straight lines didn’t just organize farmland—they also laid the foundation for today’s property boundaries and legal descriptions, which continue to play an important role in real estate transactions more than 150 years later.

It’s a fascinating reminder that the work done generations ago still helps define property ownership today.

07/20/2026

🍦 Birthdays are the perfect excuse for an extra scoop… or two! 🎉

Happy Birthday to our amazing teammate, Christine! Thank you for everything you do and for being a wonderful addition to The Title Team. We’re so glad you’re here!

We hope your day is as sweet as your favorite frozen treat and that the year ahead is filled with happiness, laughter, and plenty of reasons to celebrate.

Have the best birthday, Christine! 🥳💙

07/17/2026

🏡✨ Congratulations to Raven on becoming a first-time homeowner! 🔑🎉

After making the move from Texas a few years ago to be closer to her mom, Minnesota has truly become home—and now she has a place to call her very own.

Thank you, Raven, for trusting The Title Team to be part of this exciting chapter. We wish you many years of happiness and countless memories in your new home. 💙

A special thank you to everyone who helped make this closing possible. We appreciate the teamwork that helped another first-time homebuyer reach this exciting milestone! 🏠🤝

07/17/2026

🌿 Congratulations, Leah! 🌿

What an exciting milestone, and we’re so grateful The Title Team could be part of this special day.

Thank you for trusting us with your closing. We hope this property is the beginning of many wonderful memories, exciting adventures, and everything you’ve been dreaming of!

A special thank you to Saige & Lee Haecherl with Central MN Realty for your partnership and for helping make Leah’s dream a reality. We truly appreciate the opportunity to work alongside you and look forward to many more successful closings together!

Congratulations again, Leah! Wishing you all the best as you begin this exciting new chapter. 💙🌲

07/17/2026

📬 Fun Fact Friday! 🌳🏠

Imagine trying to give someone directions before street addresses existed…

“Head past the big oak tree, follow the trail, and look for the log cabin near the lake.” 🌲

Believe it or not, that’s how many people found homes before standardized addresses became common in the late 1800s and early 1900s.

Alexandria has its own piece of history, too! Downtown once followed an alphabetical street grid, and what we know today as Broadway was originally called G Street until the city officially renamed it in December 1922.

Thankfully, buying and selling property today doesn’t rely on landmarks. Modern legal descriptions, surveys, and title research help ensure everyone knows exactly which property is changing hands—making the closing process much smoother.

Do you know the story behind your street name, neighborhood, or favorite local lake? We’d love to hear it in the comments! 👇

07/16/2026

⚠️ Energy Conservation Update ⚠️

MISO, the regional grid operator, has escalated today’s energy emergency to an Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 2 due to continued extreme heat and very high electricity demand across the region.

An EEA2 means the regional power grid is experiencing an energy shortage, and additional emergency resources are being used to maintain reliable electric service.

We’re asking customers to continue conserving electricity wherever possible, especially during this afternoon and evening.

You can help by:
- Raise your thermostat a few degrees.
- Delay using large appliances like washers, dryers, and dishwashers.
- Turn off lights and electronics you’re not in use.
- Close blinds or curtains to help keep your home cooler.

Small actions across our community help reduce demand on the regional grid and support reliable electric service for everyone.

Thank you for doing your part. We’ll continue to monitor conditions and share updates as needed.