Posted via web from Title Insurance ALTA issued a grassroots action alert to members of the Title Action Network regarding the need to preserve the mortgage interest deduction (MID). The alert encouraged members of the network to share concerns about any fiscal cliff solution that involves modification or elimination of the mortgage interest deduction. President Obama in December indicated the MID could be at risk. “The housing industry is a major component in our fragile economic recovery and any modification of the mortgage interest deduction will have negative impacts,” the grassroots letter said. “As our economy continues to recover, it is important to retain the jobs our industry is creating. Changes to the mortgage interest deduction would halt job growth and not allow us to preserve jobs during this nascent recovery. Additionally, the mortgage interest deduction helps homebuyers get into their first home. We must be careful before making changes that will deter homeownership.” So far, more than 100 members of the Network have informed more than 200 members of Congress about the importance of the MID. To join the Network and take action, go to www.titleactionnetwork.com. Posted via email from Title Insurance Stephanie Fullerton of Streamline Consulting discusses the 7 Pillars of ALTA Best Practices. Not only is each Best Practice defined but an explanation is included that gives the reasoning behind it. Steps for implementation and the cerification process are also discussed. Below is a brief outline. This course has been approved in Pennsylvania. Best Practice #1 Best Practice #2 Best Practice #3 Best Practice #4 Best Practice #5 Best Practice #6 Best Practice #7 Implementing Assessment Certification Conclusion Streamline Consulting, LLC was founded in 2004, born naturally, based on the experience of its founders and a need within the industry for bridging gaps between software and title and insurance functionality. Streamline became an effective, non-biased and neutral third-party, to help make decisions, implement policies and procedures and in utilizing production software to its fullest capacity; all of which needed to be specific to the individual/respective organization. We take the human resource and the title/escrow capabilities contained within client offices and apply them to the software to bring out the greatest utility in both. Streamline Consulting has team members and resources that focus on documents, reporting, system setup, project management solutions, data conversions, remote or on-site training and implementations, as needed. We function as the main software administrator for many of our clients, by working hand in hand with the client and applying workflow goals and management parameters to customize the software to meet your needs. Communication is not limited to just management. By sitting with client staff, we draw out the reality about how they actually spend their time, what applications they are using, how they use the production software and also work around inefficiencies. This full bodied engagement is not necessary for everyone. Streamline is also equipped to work with clients on individual projects on an as needed basis. In addition to these professional capabilities, Streamline team members genuinely enjoy taking part in adding value to the client organization which is why we consider ourselves to be your Value Added Partner. We believe every company deserves the opportunity to shine regardless of its size and that in order to be successful, you must empower those around you to be the same. Streamline prides itself on providing innovative solutions, alternatives and opportunities for real estate title insurance companies nationally.
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