Heartland Title Agency

01/26/2026

Winter Storm Fern has made travel unsafe across our region. For everyone’s safety, all Heartland Title Offices offices — Mount Vernon, Wooster, Ashland, Millersburg, and Medina — will be closed on Monday, January 26.
Please stay warm and stay safe.
We'll see you when the roads are cleared!

01/16/2026

All Heartland Title Agency locations will be closed on Monday, January 19, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

01/12/2026

Ohio property owners who believe their property has been over‑valued for tax purposes have a limited window each year to challenge that valuation. The statewide deadline to file a property tax valuation appeal is March 31, and this deadline applies in every Ohio county.

More details at the link: https://heartlandtitleagency.com/ohio-property-tax-appeal-deadline-approaching/

12/30/2025

Happy New Year from Heartland Title Agency! Thank you for trusting us with your real estate journeys throughout 2025. We will close on 12/31 at 3 PM and remain closed on January 1. Wishing you a bright start to 2026!

12/19/2025

🎁✨ Holiday cheer from Heartland Title Agency! ✨🎁 We’re wrapping up the year with gratitude for our amazing clients and friends. May your holidays sparkle with joy, laughter, and plenty of sweet moments!

Our offices will be closed December 24, 25, and 26 while our team enjoys the festivities.

11/26/2025

Today, our offices will close at 12:00 noon so our team can begin celebrating with loved ones. All offices will remain closed on Thursday and Friday to give our staff time to rest, recharge, and enjoy the holiday with family.
We’re grateful for our clients, colleagues, and community—and we wish you a joyful Thanksgiving filled with connection and gratitude.
We’ll reopen on Monday, December 1, ready to serve you!

11/11/2025

10/21/2025

Winners!

08/31/2025

Thinking about buying or selling a home in Ohio? 🏡 You’ll want to know what’s legally required when it comes to property disclosures. A recent Ohio Supreme Court decision just clarified what sellers must share—and what buyers need to uncover on their own. Before you sign anything, check out this quick read from Heartland Title Agency to protect your investment and avoid surprises:
👉 Ohio Real Estate Disclosure Law: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

The Ohio Supreme Court recently clarified what sellers must disclose and what buyers must uncover under the state’s residential property disclosure rules in Ashmus v. Coughlin [Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-2412]. In Ashmus, buyers had planned to demolish and rebuild a lakefront home, but later disco...

08/11/2025

Thinking about how your property will transfer after you're gone? For many Ohio homeowners, avoiding probate isn’t just about saving time and money—it’s about ensuring real estate passes smoothly to loved ones. In our latest blog post, Heartland Title Agency explores how tools like survivorship deeds, Transfer on Death affidavits, and trusts can help keep real estate out of probate court. These strategies don’t just impact estate planning—they directly affect title work, ownership rights, and future transactions. Whether you're buying, selling, or planning ahead, understanding these options is key to protecting your most valuable asset. Read more from attorney Mary Baker-Shoup on how to make informed choices that simplify the transfer process and safeguard your legacy.

When most people sit down with me to discuss estate planning, their top priority is avoiding probate – especially with real estate. Probate is the court-supervised process of settling a deceased person’s estate which includes paying debts and distributing assets according to their will or, if th...

07/24/2025

Looking for a Fixer-Upper? These States Are Full of Them

With home prices still hovering near record highs, many buyers are turning to fixer-uppers as a more affordable path to homeownership. But not all states offer the same opportunities. The linked article from Realtor.com breaks down where fixer-upper homes are most common, most affordable, and most likely to deliver a renovation return. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or just curious about market trends, this data-driven look at the fixer-upper landscape is a must-read. At Heartland Title Agency, we know that every home journey starts with the right information—and the right title partner.

https://www.realtor.com/news/trends/fixer-upper-state-price-listing-data/

07/17/2025

Think Your Sale Is Safe? Here’s Why Buyers Bail at the Last Minute

When it comes to real estate, even the most promising deals can unravel before closing day. Whether you’re a seller, agent, or industry professional, understanding why buyers walk away is key to protecting your transaction. This article from Yahoo sheds light on the five most common reasons buyers back out—ranging from financing issues to unexpected neighborhood surprises. At Heartland Title Agency, we believe that informed clients make stronger decisions, so we’re sharing this must-read piece to help you stay one step ahead.

https://bit.ly/4nIu42p