Allegiance Title's Tip of the Week

Today Blair discusses how HUD can help homeowners avoid foreclosure and why these liens can impact a future sale or refinance.

Today Blair discusses Texas Senate Bill 17 and a proposed rule that could create new reporting expectations for real estate agents.

 Today Blair discusses why the FinCEN rule is currently on hold and what agents should watch for moving forward.

Today, Blair discusses why a minor heir can delay the sale of inherited property and the legal steps required before closing can move forward.

Today, Blair discusses key TREC July 1st updates to related forms outside of the contract itself.

Today Blair discusses recent contract changes affecting reporting requirements, notice delivery, contract organization, and broker compensation.

Today Blair discusses key updates to the 1–4 Family Contract, focusing on significant changes to broker compensation and key updates to Texas Realtor’s forms.

Today Blair discusses, Paragraph 7D, the new Paragraph 7I, and the new Seller’s Disclosure About Groundwater and Surface Water Rights.

Today Blair discusses three key updates in the new TREC 1–4 Family Residential Contract agents need to know. 

Today Blair summarizes what is changing in the TREC contracts this summer.

Today, Blair discusses key 2026 TXR and TREC form changes to the IABS and temporary leases. 

Today, Blair discusses what qualifies as good funds under the rules and when a deal is legally closed. 

Today, Blair discusses why a deal isn’t closed until buyer funds are received. 

Today, Blair discusses the true 11:59 PM deadline for earnest money and option fee delivery and what really happens if either is delivered late under TREC rules.

Today, Blair discusses the upcoming 6.2% decrease in Texas title insurance rates and what it means for consumer savings.

Today, Blair discusses a new FinCEN rule requiring reporting of certain non‑financed residential transfers to entities or trusts starting March 1, 2026.

Today, Blair discusses how the end of subagency changes agency roles, disclosures, and best practices for staying compliant in Texas.

Today Blair discusses that NAR is putting policy making for MLS back into the local MLSs’ hands.

Wishing everyone a year filled with confidence, momentum, and success in every endeavor.

Today, Blair discusses how ChatGPT’s Zillow integration is reshaping listing visibility and why keyword‑rich public remarks now matter more than ever.

Today, Blair explains how AI tools decide which agents appear in searches and why your profile must be on key sites to stay visible in 2026.

We’re truly grateful for each and every one of you, and we wish you a wonderful holiday.

Today, Blair discusses how AI is transforming the way people find real estate agents and why optimizing your bio on all platforms is now critical for showing up in AI-generated answers.

Today, Blair discusses Senate Bill 140, a new Texas law that changes how real estate professionals can contact clients. 

Today Blair discusses House Bill 4063, a new Texas law that protects homeowners from fraudulent memorandums of contract. 

Today, Blair breaks down a critical update to the MLS policy regarding Delayed Marketing and Exempt Listings.

Today, Blair discusses Texas Senate Bill 17 and who are prohibited from buying real property interests in Texas.

Today, Blair dives into the removal of subagency in Texas as of January 1, 2026. 

Today, Blair explains what the Buyers can do on a property after closing when the Seller has a leaseback in place. 

Today Blair explains what VA Loans are and how they impact the TREC contract. 

Today, Blair explains a bill that may help homeowners feel more confident about selling their homes. 

Today, Blair takes a moment to acknowledge the grief and the power of people helping people amongst the devastating floods in Kerr County.

Today, Blair wishes you a safe and happy Independence Day from Allegiance Title. 

Today, Blair discusses the best practices for listing agents to show their listings to unrepresented Buyers. 

Today, Blair explains the new Texas Realtors Showing Agreement coming soon.

Today, Blair discusses how objections can protect the Buyer and create any minor drawbacks.

Today, Blair shares what forms of IDs Title Companies can use to notarize individuals at the closing table.

Today, Blair dives into how to fill out your contracts based on HOA resale certificates.

Today, Blair discusses what is necessary to disclose to the buyer if there is an Oil and Gas lease. 

Today, Blair explains the new Delayed Marketing Exempt Listings Policy. 

Today, Blair dives into what you need to know about subject-to-transactions and the risks associated with them.

Today, Blair shares her heartfelt gratitude for our amazing employees who make Allegiance Title incredible. 

Today, Blair discusses when only one spouse or both spouses need to sign sale documents. 

Today, Blair discusses how fraudsters can use AI to impersonate a seller and what implications this has for you as the realtor.

Today, Blair discusses when you might use TX Realtors Form 2401, titled Compensation Agreement between Broker and Owner.

Today, Blair goes over how compensation is addressed in the new contract. 

Today, Blair wishes each of you a wonderful holiday season and a happy new year!

Today, Blair addresses a crucial aspect of the closing process, Seller’s proceeds are due and payable to the Seller, not a third party. 

Today, Blair shares our gratitude for each one of our dedicated customers. 

Today, Blair explains more changes to the TREC 1-4 Family Contract.