Advantage Title Group Tallahassee

05/19/2026

https://www.firstam.com/home-buying-guide/what-is-title-insurance-and-why-do-i-need-it/ #?

“Title” is the legal right to use or own property and title insurance protects you from legal challenges to your title. It’s different from homeowners insurance, which protects against future property damage that may be caused by an event like a storm or fire. Title insurance safeguards your p...

04/29/2026

Subject: Important Solar Panel Loan Language for Your Transactions

Advantage Title Group would like to remind our Tallahassee agents of the importance of properly addressing solar panel loans in both MLS remarks and the Sale and Purchase Contract.

REALTOR ONLY Remarks – Solar Panel Loan
The solar panels on the property are financed through _______. The Buyer’s offer must include assumption of the solar panel loan. The Seller will provide the most recent loan statement to the Buyer (current outstanding principal: $). The Seller’s current monthly payment is $.

If the Buyer is obtaining financing, the Buyer must agree to apply for and complete all required documentation to assume the solar panel loan. This loan must be disclosed to the Buyer’s lender and will be included in the Buyer’s debt-to-income ratio.

Sale and Purchase Contract Language
The solar panels on the property are financed. The Buyer agrees to assume the solar panel loan with _________ (Loan Number: ___________) in full. During the Inspection Period, the Buyer will act diligently to contact _________, initiate the application process, and complete all necessary documentation to ensure the loan assumption occurs concurrently with closing.

The Buyer understands that this loan will be disclosed to their lender and considered as part of their debt-to-income ratio.

Important Reminder
If this language is not included in the contract, the Seller may be required to pay off the solar panel loan at closing.

As the real estate professional, you are responsible for ensuring all relevant information is properly disclosed and accurately reflected in the contract. Information listed in the MLS does not carry over unless it is specifically written into the agreement.

Please remember—wording matters. Even a minor error can significantly impact the transaction, your reputation, and all parties involved.

If you have any questions, our team at Advantage Title Group is here to assist.

04/23/2026

04/14/2026

Realtor Friends:
Just a friendly reminder about our upcoming Speed Networking Event for Realtors – Build Your Team!
📅 Date: April 23, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Goodwood Museum – Jubilee Cottage, Tallahassee
This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow realtors and meet some fantastic local vendors who can help support and grow your business, including:
Movement Mortgage
City National Bank
Insure It All
Soho Staging
Southern Porch Co.
J.D. Salley Appraisals
Valter Law
Mindy Deas Cleaning
RBOA Digitally Driven Marketing
Tadlock HVAC
Crudds Septic
TriState Pest Control
Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks while you network, and don’t forget—if you visit all the vendor tables, you’ll be entered into a drawing for prizes!
We’d love to see you there for an evening of connection, collaboration, and fun.
RSVP: [email protected] 850-329-6920

04/08/2026

Did you know? Title insurance is a one-time cost that protects you for as long as you own your home. No monthly payments—just long-term peace of mind.

Buying a home in Florida? Title insurance protects you from hidden ownership issues like unpaid liens, errors, or fraud—before they become your problem.
👉 Close with confidence.

04/08/2026

Buying a home in Florida? Title insurance protects you from hidden ownership issues like unpaid liens, errors, or fraud—before they become your problem.
👉 Close with confidence.

03/20/2026

U.S. District Court Vacates
FinCEN Residential Real Estate Rule

MARCH 19, 2026: FINCEN RULE VACATED NATIONWIDE

Today, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas vacated FinCEN’s Residential Real Estate Rule, finding that the Rule exceeded the agency’s statutory authority under the Bank Secrecy Act. The ruling by the Court vacates the rule nationwide.

In its Memorandum Opinion and Order the Court concluded that the appropriate remedy was to vacate the Rule, stating that “it is unlikely that FinCEN can justify its decision on remand because the Rule exceeds its authority under the Bank Secrecy Act” and that vacating the Rule “would not be unduly disruptive” considering the short period of time it has been in effect. Regarding the latter, the Court refers to the Rule’s effective date of December 1, 2025. As industry professionals are aware, on September 30, 2025, FinCEN extended the Rule’s effective date for reporting to March 1, 2026.

02/10/2026

Beginning on March 1, 2026 there will be new requirements impacting how real estate professionals will handle certain real estate transactions. The federal regulations have been created to help combat fraud, money laundering, and illegal activities. You will learn in this class what type of transactions must be reported, what information must be collected, what is defined as a “beneficial owner”, and the penalties for not complying.

Zoom class registration link-
https://fnfflorida.zoom.us/meeting/register/2Q6NQH0CQdOiQAdxftOqAA

02/02/2026

💘 It’s Valentine’s Month at Advantage Title Group
We’re celebrating what we love most—smooth closings, strong partnerships, and stress-free transactions.
Stick with us over the next two weeks as we share a little love for the people who make real estate happen every day.

Special thanks to Southernporchco.tlh for decorating our building for this month's closings!

01/28/2026

We all know a great title company makes a deal smooth, but a partner title company helps you grow your business.
We are trying to curate a "Realtor Toolkit" for our local realtors, and we want to hear from you. What is the one marketing or educational tool you wish your title company provided?
Looking for:
📸 Marketing Assets (Property profiles, Canva templates)
💡 Education (Contract knowledge, 1031 exchanges, Title fraud info)
📊 Lead Gen (Targeted farming data, Net sheets)
Let’s chat in the comments! What’s your #1 need?
Would you prefer lunch and learn? community events? realtor/lender seminars?
Personalized co-branding with you for flyers, marketing stats, pop-bys, newsletters, etc.?