REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS SEMINAR OFFERINGS BY CRAIG HASKINS AND CHERI HIPENBECKER AND OTHER KNIGHT BARRY PROFESSIONALS
Knight Barry Title Group is committed to helping our customers understand the process of transferring real estate and the role of title insurance in that process. A series of seminars have been created for our customers, all of which can be catered to your particular audience and educational needs. All seminars are taught by Knight Barry professionals and industry leaders and are designed to provide valuable information to our customers and the clients they serve. For attorneys we will apply for Continuing Legal Education credits. If you are interested in a seminar or would like more information regarding title insurance, please contact your local Knight Barry Title Group office.
LIST OF SEMINARS
- "Commercial Brokers – Record a Commission Lien and Get Paid"
In 2010 the Wisconsin legislature revised §779.32 Wis. Stats. and the steps that a broker must take to secure a commission lien against real estate. In this seminar we will go step by step through the process and forms. Recommended audience: commercial brokers. Seminar length: 45 minutes.
- “What’s with that new GFE and HUD-1 and why do I hate it so much?”
HUD revised the Real Estate Settlement Producers Act (RESPA) effective January of 2010. This seminar is designed to discuss some of the more interesting nuances of the new GFE and HUD-1 under the revised RESPA including: Why do I need to disclose owners policy amount on the GFE? Do I always need to show transfer taxes on the GFE? When is there a changed circumstance so I can issue a new GFE, and Is HUD ever going to answer all of my questions? Recommended audience: residential lenders. Seminar length: 60 minutes.
- "Foreclosures & Short Sales – Who hasn’t done one lately?"
If you ever wanted to know the process of foreclosure & short sales, then this seminar is for you. Topics include: the foreclosure time-line, bidding at a sheriff's sale, preparing short-sale closing statements and how to address title problems in the foreclosure and REO process. Recommended audience: all real estate professionals. Seminar length: 90 minutes.
- “New Laws – What’s our Wisconsin State Legislature up to these days?”
We’ll discuss the most recent and in our opinion relevant new and revised Wisconsin statutes and case law. This seminar obviously is fluid and changes frequently. Recommended audience: all real estate professionals. Seminar length: varies (depending on topics to be discussed).
- “Electronic Recording – It’s a brave new world”
This is the who, how and when to record documents electronically - we’ll even do a live demonstration for your enjoyment. Recommended audience: all real estate professionals. Seminar length: 30 minutes.
- "Affidavits of Corrections – Oops now they’re called Correction Instruments"
In 2010 the Wisconsin legislature enacted §706.085, Wis. Stats., creating a procedure to correct errors in recorded documents. We’ll review this new law, including when a recorded document may be corrected and who may sign the correction instrument. Recommended audience: lenders and lawyers. Seminar length: 20 minutes.
- “Endorsements – From Schedule A and beyond”
From Access to Zoning, which endorsements do you need? Do you want? And which will offer you the most protection? We’ll also answer the secret in title insurance – when does a title insurer pay a claim under an endorsement? Recommended audience: all real estate professionals. Seminar length: 60 minutes.
- "Clearing the Standard Exceptions"
All of Knight Barry's title commitments include Standard Exceptions 1 through 8 on Schedule B-II of the commitment. In this seminar we will review each standard exception, explain why the standard exception is included and provide insight on when Knight Barry will be willing to remove these exceptions. Recommended audience: all real estate professionals. Seminar length: 60 minutes.
This seminar takes an in-depth look at the title insurance owners and loan policies, focusing on exception clearance issues, surveys, affidavits, claims and, of course, endorsements. We will end with issues from the closing table including a discussion of funds transfers and the difference between a "mark-up" and pro-forma policy. Recommended audience: commercial real estate brokers, lenders and lawyers. Seminar length: 60 minutes
- "Lien Priority Issues - Does my lien Trump yours"
The answer - Donald Trump does not always win. Attendees will walk away from this seminar knowing why Knight Barry will insure one lien or mortgage over another. We will discuss lien priority under Wisconsin and federal laws including why some liens and mortgages take priority over earlier filed liens (discussion to include purchase money mortgages, priority lenders, construction liens, judgment liens and child-support liens). Recommended audience: all real estate professionals. Seminar length: 30-60 minutes.
- "Legal Descriptions and Mapping"
After this seminar attendees will have the basic skills necessary to map out basic metes and bounds legal descriptions. Topics include: using a scale and compass, reading a plat of survey and understanding the different types of survey maps. Recommended audience: all real estate professionals. Seminar length: 60 minutes.
This seminar examines the step-by-step process of construction escrows, including the role of the disburser (escrow agent), common reasons for draw delays, how to expedite the draw requests, inspections and duties of all parties. We’ll also discuss the importance of being a “priority lender” under Wisconsin Statutes and what you should do to protect yourself if you are not a “priority lender”. Recommended audience: lenders, developers, contractors, subcontractors and real estate professionals. Seminar length: 60 minutes.
- "10 Things Never to Say or Do in a Closing"
Learn the 10 common mistakes closers make that may result in a blown deal or a lawsuit. Recommended audience: loan officers, processors, management and of course, closers. Seminar length: 60 minutes.
- "Title 101 – Basic Nuts and Bolts of Title Insurance"
This seminar includes an explanation of how to read a title commitment, how title insurance is priced and other frequently asked questions. We also explain the popular questions such as who must sign a deed or mortgage and how to remove old mortgages from title. We can tailor this class for the new real estate professional or as a refresher course for the seasoned veteran. Recommended audience: all real estate professional. Seminar length: 60-120 minutes (depending on topics to be discussed).
For the real estate professional involved in investment or commercial real estate transactions, this seminar explains the basics of 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges, also known as Starker Exchanges. Go behind the scenes to learn the deadlines, what happens in the exchange, the planning possibilities and an explanation of the every day exchange questions. We will also touch base on the lesser known and used Reverse Exchange. Recommended audience: investment and commercial agents/brokers. Seminar length: 60 minutes.
- "FSBO"(For Sale by Owner)
For sellers selling without an agent. Listen to our closing staff, local lenders, real estate agents, appraisers, attorneys and inspectors as they walk you through the home sale process. Get to know local real estate agents and lenders who will explain common forms and procedures and pitfalls of the deal. Invited guests: 2 real estate agents, 2 lenders, an inspector, an appraiser and an attorney. Recommended audience: sellers selling without an agent. Seminar length: 60-90 minutes.