OUR SERVICES
At Citizen Title we strive to provide a standard of high-quality professionalism, customer service and satisfaction to our clients in the real estate closing industry
RESIDENTIAL
Our primary focus is to provide high quality customer service for every unique transaction specializing in performing title searches, clearing title defects, performing lien searches, and coordinating closings. Clients have access to their closing transactions through a self-service internet database.
Agent
Understanding that real estate agents are the foundation to the real estate industry Citizen Title pledges to meet the requirements and expectations of all parties involved in the transaction. As part of our commitment to excellent service, we strive to provide a standard of high-quality professionalism customer service and satisfaction to each agent, seller, buyer, and client in the real estate closing industry.
Builder/Developer
Our perks and services for the builder / developer are second to none. Our marketing assistance program will help get your deal pre-sold whether from the land acquisition or project completion Citizen Title will work with your service providers to help pre-sale your deal.
INVESTOR
At Citizen Title we pride ourselves in our deep history serving the investor as our founders Jared Graves and Cody Purtle being investors themselves, we personally handle investor files with care, we understand the obstacle to clearing title to get your deal done. Whether you’re dealing with land, residential, or commercial files we have in-house personnel that can perform the affidavit of heirships, track down abstracts of judgements by using a private investigator we can expedite your problem files to the closing table.
Lenders
Citizen Title prides itself in quick response times to get your refi done. With our in-house underwriting counsel we get answers quickly to serve the mortgage professional. Citizen can close Refis without the T-19 endorsements, we also provide fast turn around times for title commitments and closing disclosures. Citizen Title has Bi-lingual staff, quick response times, and a custom fee generation calculator.
Commercial
Our superior personnel that are available 24/7 for your commercial needs specialize in the nations top underwriting policies and procedures whether your deal is multifamily units, office high-rise developments, or retail storefronts Citizen Title will provide the value needed to get your deal to the finish line.
OUR PRODUCTS
Simplifies the process from start to finish
TITLE INSURANCE
Title insurance is basically the protection against future claims against your property. A title insurance agent provides title insurance by researching past and prior deeds and public records and clears any defects and provides an insurance policy to protect the owner against future claims. By researching and clearing any defects a title insurance agency will give a clean title report ensuring they feel comfortable providing the policy to the customer.
ESCROW SERVICES
Escrow is the use of a third party capable of holding assets on behalf of two parties who are in the process of completing a transaction. The asset is usually monies, an escrow account is the third party account which holds the asset until the conclusion of a specific event or time.
SETTLEMENT AND CLOSING
Although different people use different terms, the "closing" or the "settlement" refers to the same finalization of your home purchase. At the closing or settlement date, the seller receives the sale proceeds, and the buyer pays any required expenses to close the transaction, known as closing costs. Citizen title will prepare your documents and get the transaction to the closing table and record the documents in a timely manner for policy issuance.
TRANSFER OF REAL ESTATE OWNERSHIP
In order to validly convey title to real estate in Texas, a grantor must execute a deed to the property in front of a notary public. The deed must be presented to and accepted by the grantee, and it should be filed of record in the county clerk's office to put the public on notice of the transfer. Citizen Title will record all the documents need to close out the transaction.
TITLE SEARCH REPORTS
A title report is your protection against unforeseen issues with a parcel of land you wish to buy. It contains the results of the title search, including the legal owner, the legal description of the property, and any problems clouding the title such as liens and encroachments.
PROPERTY TAX SEARCH
Citizen Title will check with your local assessor or municipality's website, and public records or we will call the tax office for a more exact figure for your home. Citizen Title provides and accurate exact Tax Certification showing what a homeowner owes in taxes so we can balance out the closing documents and process the closing and transfer of Real Estate.
DOCUMENT PREPARATION
Citizen Title provides services for the benefit of all necessary parties in connection with the selling, leasing, encumbering, mortgaging, creating a secured interest in and to real property, and the receipt and disbursement of money in connection with any sale, lease, encumbrance, mortgage, or deed of trust. Secure, simple, and thorough Citizen Title assures accuracy and satisfaction with a robust range of capabilities.
RECORDING SERVICES
Whether remote or in person after all parties have signed at the closing table Citizen Title will get your documents recorded in a timely manner so you don't have to.
MOBILE AND REMOTE ONLINE NOTARIES
Sometimes travel is necessary to conduct business with clients, therefore, within reasonable parameters, we gladly oblige to meet our clients’ needs at any location. If you can't make it into the title company we understand, Citizen Title will send a mobile notary to your place of business, home, or any other location you want to schedule closing at. With closings anywhere in Texas Citizen Title is ready to meet your needs.
HOME SELLING ASSISTANCE
Citizen Title is the partner of choice to help you sell your home successfully and rapidly. We are pleased to help you obtain the marketable title and legal documents as well as the title services, deposit and closing for your home sale. If you need assistance selling your home please contact one of our client care team members at admin@citizentitle.com.
FAQ
Citizen Title company utilizes cutting-edge technology for faster, more secure transactions, a commitment to unparalleled customer service can set your company apart, offering a one-stop-shop experience can be a major advantage with the principal owner just a phone call away we can get your deal and closed in a secure timely manner, boasting a team with superior qualifications, certifications, and industry experience can elevate your company above others.
Once there is a set a date for closing you will know the exact date to schedule your move. Closing is when the final papers are signed, you receive your money, and when ownership transfers out of your hands. By this time, the house should be empty and vacant unless we make other arrangements based on your specific needs.
Great question, you’ll sign a purchase agreement, open title at Citizen Title, receive any needed pay off’s for mortgages and/or HOA’s, clear any title defects, and close once title is clear.
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- (832) 361.3936
- admin@citizentitle.com
- 13201 Northwest Freeway Suite 150 Houston, TX 77040
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