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Sometimes, a Closing Takes More Than Just Finding a Document
When a REALTOR® asked Shafritz & Dean to pull the legal description for a parcel of land, it sounded like a straightforward request. Until we couldn’t find one. There was no recorded legal description for the lot in question. A...
The Fastest-Growing Demographic in Real Estate: What Every Agent Needs to Know
The real estate industry is changing—and one of the biggest opportunities for today’s real estate professionals is the growing Hispanic and Latino homebuyer market. In the latest Shafritz & Dean Business Builder Series, Deborah B...
5 Great Places to Eat, Drink & Unwind Near Our Duluth Office
A successful real estate closing deserves more than a quick “congratulations” before everyone heads back to work. Whether you’re a Realtor celebrating a big commission, an investor wrapping up another deal, or a buyer or seller ready to f...
Turning a Challenging HUD Closing into a Success Story
Every real estate transaction has its own set of challenges, but HUD transactions often come with an extra layer of complexity. Strict deadlines, extensive documentation requirements, and little room for error mean even a small issue can delay�...
Winning More Listings in Any Market: Turn Great Service Into More Referrals
You did a great job for your client. They were happy. They thanked you. Maybe they even said the words every real estate professional loves to hear: “We’re definitely going to refer you!” And then…nothing. No phone calls. No ...
The Top 9 Spots to Celebrate a Closing at Our Gainesville Office
There's nothing quite like the feeling of handing over the keys after a successful closing. Whether you're celebrating another happy client, thanking a referral partner, or simply taking a well-earned break after a busy day, downtown Gainesvill...
Solving the Title Puzzle: When an Estate Was Never Really Finished
Real estate transactions often appear straightforward until the title search begins. At Shafritz & Dean, we know that some of the most significant challenges aren't visible until we start digging through decades of legal records. That's why...
What Every Realtor Needs to Know About Deeds
Real estate professionals spend their careers helping clients buy and sell property, but many agents only encounter the legal side of deeds when a transaction hits an unexpected roadblock. During Episode 59 of the Business Builder Series...