Resources to Keep You in the Know

As your single source for commercial title services nationwide, we maintain meaningful digital resources to keep you "in the know".

Mechanic’s Lien Laws 2023

State-by-State Information

Chicago Title is pleased to provide you with this handy eBook of mechanic’s lien laws.




ALTA Endorsement Handbook 2023

Our Most Common Commercial Endorsements
The basic coverages provided by the standard American Land Title Association ("ALTA") title insurance policies address many of the most common title insurance needs. This handbook is intended to serve as an introduction to the most commonly requested endorsements. If you have any questions about any of the material in this handbook, please contact your New York National Commercial Services representative.
 



ALTA Policies Comparison Charts

Loan and Owner's
This comparison chart is intended as a guide to identifying differences between the 2021 and 2006 ALTA policies. It should not be relied upon for the interpretation of these policies.
 



Built Podcast

The people behind our built world
Look at any skyline or landscape and you’ll see apartments, hotels, offices, and warehouses that we all benefit from every day. But what you don’t see are the people who make those structures possible. Meet the professionals behind some of the biggest transactions and investments in commercial real estate and hear their stories of how they got to where they are today. Every story is unique, every property is individual, but we’re all part of this built world. Hosted by Brian Maughan, Chief Marketing Officer, Fidelity National Financial.
 



Company Fact Sheet

Latest Company Financials
We are excited about our core title, mortgage technology and transactional businesses for the current fiscal year. Our financial performance and position is reported for each quarter and full year. As always, we will look to maximize profitability in all of our businesses and continue to strive to create as much value as possible for our shareholders.
 



National Association Conventions

2024 Schedule
This schedule is provided as a courtesy to our customers based on information available to us as of November 2023. Please contact the listed organizations directly for the latest information on dates, registration fees, etc.
 



Real Estate Laws & Customs

Laws, Customs, and Buyer/Seller Fee Splits
We are proud to provide this handy reference of real estate laws, customs, and buyer/seller fee splits for all 50 states and the District of Columbia to employees, customers, and title agents.



NTI Web

State-by-State Title Information

NTI Web is your single source for state-by-state underwriting, recording and tax information. Title insurance and real estate information is provided at the county level for all 50 states, and includes: recording fees and requirements, document execution requirements, laws and customs, and transfer, mortgage and property taxes. NTI Web also provides an extensive library of ALTA policies and endorsements and state specific legal documents.





National Rate Calculator

Estimates at your fingertips
The National Rate Calculator is a web-based platform designed to help our customers and agents estimate the potential settlement-related costs for a residential real estate transaction. You can create estimates for residential transactions with a few simple field entries such as: property location (city/state), transaction type (purchase/refinance), and the sale price or loan amount of the transaction.
 



New York Forms Library

Download Forms
View and download from a collection of forms including deeds, mortgages, satisfactions, UCC forms, and various contracts.
 



CLE Credit for our Attorney Customers
The New York NCS operation of Chicago Title Insurance Company has partnered with the National Academy of Continuing Legal Education (NACLE) in order to help you fulfill your continuing legal education requirements wherever and whenever you want. Once your registration has been approved, you will have online access to a wide variety of courses.
 



Industry Links

Stay Current on the Industry
Check out our industry link section to stay connected to ALTA, CLTA, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the latest industry news, regulatory changes, upcoming trade show events and more. For your convenience, we have provided smart links with quick access to these government agency and industry partner websites.
 

State Laws, Customs, & Links

Understand the Differences
Each state has its own differences related to the laws and customs associated with commercial real estate transactions. We have taken the time to consolidate a summary of the laws and customs for each state including New York through specific links provided here.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

...Or Just Ask Us
There are always questions about title insurance, rates, state laws and customs. We have provided answers to a few of the most commonly asked questions here. If you can't find the answer you need, contact us directly. We are happy to help.
 

Real Estate Glossary