WFG National Title - Merced, CA

10/19/2026

For most people, buying a home isn’t something they do every day. So when a client asks, “What exactly does the title company do?” it’s a completely fair question.

Before ownership changes hands, there are questions that need answers. Who legally owns the property? Are there liens or other recorded matters affecting title? Are there issues that need to be addressed before closing? How
does the buyer protect their ownership after the transaction is complete?

That’s where title professionals come in.
We research. We identify. We help resolve. We coordinate. And through title insurance, we help protect against covered title risks.

For real estate professionals, understanding that process makes it easier to prepare clients. For buyers and sellers, understanding it can make an unfamiliar process feel a lot less intimidating.

Because confidence often starts with knowing what’s happening and why.

10/17/2026

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Tristan Blase by Ray V - It was great to work with Tristan and her TEAM!

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10/15/2026

A closing photo captures a moment.
The keys. The smiles. The beginning of something new.

What it doesn’t capture are the years someone spent saving for the down payment.

The memories a seller is leaving behind.

The agent who spent months helping a family find the right place. Or the countless details being handled behind the scenes to get everyone to this moment.

That’s what we never want to lose sight of. Because to us, a closing isn’t a file moving across a desk. It’s someone’s next chapter. And we’re honored to be trusted with a small part of it.

Everything we do is because of you

10/13/2026

A real estate transaction can look like paperwork, signatures, and deadlines. But that’s rarely what it feels like to the person living it.

It’s a first-time buyer imagining the moment they finally turn the key.

It’s a seller standing in an empty room one last time, noticing the pencil marks still on the doorway, the faint outline where family photos once hung, and the floors that carried years of first steps and everyday life.

It’s an agent who has been there through the questions, uncertainty and decisions, helping someone move toward what’s next.

We believe title and escrow should honor the significance of those moments. By anticipating what comes next. Communicating before you have to ask. Making the complicated feel simpler. Because exceptional service isn’t about being noticed. It’s about making sure the person you’re serving feels seen.

Everything we do is because of you.

10/12/2026

Today we honor the Indigenous peoples who have called this land home for countless generations. The heritage, resilience, and traditions they continue to carry forward to the communities we serve. At WFG National Title, we recognize that the land beneath every home we help protect carries a rich history worth remembering and respecting.

10/08/2026

Buying or selling a home asks a lot of people.
There are documents to understand. Deadlines to remember. Questions to ask.

Decisions to make. And often, an entire life being packed into boxes at the same time. We don’t believe navigating your closing should add to that complexity.

That’s why WFG created MyHome, a centralized place designed to help consumers stay connected to their transaction and better understand what’s happening along the way.

For agents, it’s another way to help clients feel informed. For buyers and sellers, it brings greater visibility to a process that can otherwise feel unfamiliar.

Because the best technology shouldn’t demand more of you. It should quietly make your experience better.

Everything we do is because of you.

10/05/2026

Your client gets an email late in the afternoon.
Closing is tomorrow. The message says the wiring instructions have changed and the funds need to be sent immediately to avoid a delay.

What would they do?
That’s the moment that matters.

Research reported by the American Land Title Association found one in four buyers surveyed had been targeted by wire fraud, with growing threats from impersonation schemes and AI-enabled scams.

Real estate professionals spend months helping clients find the right home, negotiate the contract and make it to closing. Helping them recognize a fraudulent request can be just as important.

Talk about wire fraud before closing week. Establish how important information will be communicated. Give clients permission to question anything unexpected.

An informed client is a harder target.

SOURCE: American Land Title Association, “Study Finds One in Four Buyers Targeted by Wire Fraud,” March 10, 2026, reporting CertifID research.
https://hubs.la/Q04yZ56j0Four-Buyers-Targeted-by-Wire-Fraud

10/01/2026

$275.1 Million | A number that large is difficult to comprehend.

Until you remember what it’s made of.
Down payments someone spent years saving.
Equity from a home someone spent decades building. Money intended for a family’s next chapter.

In 2025, the FBI recorded 12,368 real estate fraud complaints and $275.1 million in reported losses.

Behind every one of those numbers is a person.

That’s why cybersecurity in real estate isn’t simply an IT issue. It’s a responsibility shared by everyone entrusted with a transaction.

At WFG, protecting the experience means protecting what matters most within it: people.

SOURCE: FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), 2025 Annual Report,pp. 7–8 and 25. Real Estate: 12,368 complaints; $275,110,419 in reported losses. https://hubs.ly/Q04yYSm70

09/01/2026

What can real estate and mortgage professionals control in a market defined by uncertainty? More than they may think.

In WFG’s Q3 2026 Industry Perspective, WFG Founder and Chairman Patrick F. Stone and economist Dr. Bill Conerly join host Ken Perry of The Knowledge Coop for a candid conversation about the forces shaping the economy, housing, mortgage lending, title, and commercial real estate.

They explore:
• Why the economy continues to hold steady despite persistent uncertainty
• What is keeping mortgage rates elevated, and what could bring them down
• Why housing conditions vary significantly by market and price range
• How real estate professionals can compete through expertise, collaboration, and efficiency
• Where commercial real estate is gaining momentum
• How AI is transforming productivity, customer experience, and fraud risk

Pat’s advice for navigating today’s environment is clear: “Know what you control. Focus on what you control.”

Watch the full Q3 2026 WFG Industry Perspective: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3GBd1JZ-_M&t=7s

The economy is holding steady, but uncertainty continues to influen...

08/29/2026

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Rebeca Barillas by Customer 4

08/18/2026

👉We love Fallon Vallejo, Escrow Officer in Northern California. 😍 She is one of a kind and cares deeply about what she does and the service she provides. You can see that our clients love her too!! 🙏😃 Thank you Dez for the outstanding review! Fallon looks forward to serving you and your clients again very soon.

08/14/2026

📈 Why do the big keep getting bigger, and where does that leave smaller companies?

As companies scale, some expenses grow with them. Others, like technology and compliance, don't necessarily increase at the same rate. That can give larger organizations a significant advantage and help drive industry consolidation.

But bigger doesn't mean unbeatable. 💡

In this clip from WFG's Industry Perspective Q2 2026, economist Dr. Bill Conerly explains why smaller, nimble companies can still compete by finding the niches, markets, and opportunities larger organizations may overlook.

It's a fascinating look at scale, competition, and why there may always be room for the "little guys" to win. 📊

▶️ Watch the full episode for more insights on the forces shaping the real estate and mortgage industries: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HK6hWyhhzvU&t=215s

08/12/2026

Culture cannot be bought. It is built through shared values, strong leadership, and a commitment to helping people do their best work.

At WFG National Title Insurance Company, we believe an exceptional customer experience begins with an engaged, empowered team working together to deliver confidence at every stage of the transaction.

Read October Research’s The Title Report’s latest article featuring WFG to learn why a strong culture is a competitive advantage customers can feel: https://www.thetitlereport.com/articles/you-cant-buy-culture-97872.aspx

08/10/2026

We are excited to welcome Joanna “Joe” Jashimoto to WFG as our new Assistant County Manager and Regional Escrow Manager for the Inland Empire. 👏

Joanna brings nearly two decades of experience in the title and escrow industry, along with a strong reputation for leadership, developing great teams, and building a culture where people can succeed.

Joanna’s experience, leadership, and people-first approach make her a great addition to WFG.

Welcome to WFG, Joanna! We are excited for what’s ahead.

08/07/2026

What will separate the winners from everyone else?
According to WFG Chairman and Founder Patrick F. Stone, the answer is simple: efficiency.

The organizations that remove time, effort, and unnecessary costs from the transaction while delivering a better customer experience will be the ones that thrive.

Economist Dr. Bill Conerly builds on that idea by highlighting another opportunity: with many small business owners approaching retirement, the next generation of leaders may find more opportunities to step into ownership than ever before.

It's an insightful conversation about efficiency, leadership, customer experience, and the future of the real estate industry.

▶️ Watch the full WFG's Industry Perspective Q2 2026 episode:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HK6hWyhhzvU

08/07/2026

Technology keeps real estate transactions moving, but the wrong IT support can introduce security gaps, operational disruptions and unnecessary risk.

In his latest article for HousingWire, WFG SVP and Chief Information Security Officer Phillips, CISSP, explains what title, mortgage and real estate organizations should look for in an IT service provider, from proactive monitoring and access controls to backup testing, incident response, and clearly defined accountability.

Read the full article to learn how the right IT partner can strengthen cybersecurity, support business continuity, and help protect customer trust: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/it-service-provider-risk/

08/04/2026

🚀 We're hiring! Explore opportunities and discover why so many professionals are choosing WFG National Title.
If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter, your growth is encouraged, and your teammates become your biggest supporters, we'd love to meet you.

Come build your future with a company that's growing and bringing great people along for the journey.

07/31/2026

You can recruit great talent, but you can’t buy culture. You have to build it.

In his latest article for , WFG National Title Chief Growth Officer Blanton explores why long-term success in the title industry depends on more than hiring top producers. It requires shared values, consistent leadership, operational discipline and a culture that supports employees while delivering the responsiveness, transparency and trust customers expect.

Read Noah’s perspective on why culture is a competitive advantage customers can feel and competitors cannot copy: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/building-culture-title-industry/

07/30/2026

☀️ We're making a splash this summer with a 95 Net Promoter Score! 💦

We're excited to celebrate our latest customer experience milestone: a 95 Net Promoter Score (NPS) and a 4.9-star customer rating for Q2 2026!

These results reflect the trust our customers place in us and the dedication our teams bring to every transaction.

A 95 NPS is considered world-class and represents more than a number. It reflects customers who feel heard, supported, and confident recommending WFG to others.

To our customers... THANK YOU! 💙

Thank you for your trust, your confidence, and for allowing us to be part of such important moments. It means more than we can say, and it's what inspires us to keep raising the bar every day.
Because of you. 💙

Want to learn more about what this milestone means? Read the full announcement here: 95 Net Promoter Score announcement

07/29/2026

Customer experience isn’t just measured by a score. It’s reflected in every interaction.

WFG National Title’s Direct Title Operations earned a 95 Net Promoter Score and a 4.9-star customer rating in Q2 2026. These world-class results reflect the trust our customers place in us and our teams’ daily commitment to listening, communicating clearly, collaborating closely, and creating a smooth, positive experience from opening through closing.

Read the full news release: https://wfgtitle.com/wfg-direct-title-operations-achieve-95-net-promoter-score-in-q2-2026/