• Title insurance for residential and commercial lenders and owners
  • Chattel title insurance
  • Mortgage processing, escrow and administration
  • Default and mortgage enhancement services
  • Valuation, conveyancing and other related property services

Real Estate Agent

Whatever type of property transaction is being undertaken, speed, simplicity and confidence are all key to its success. The aim of FAF International's insurance is to de-risk the transaction to make the acquisition, sale and refinancing of real estate much more rapid, easier, cost effective and with added peace of mind.

When it comes to acquisitions and investments our policies can help expedite deals, even on problem transactions.

Cover can be used to replace warranties to accelerate the release of funds to investors when assets are sold. Our unique portfolio cover can also help you avoid excessive new or repeated due diligence.

All policies can protect the owner and/or their lender.

Portfolio Insurance

FAF International's portfolio insurance underwritten by First Title Insurance plc insures real estate portfolios against ownership risks and mortgage defects. The insurance is used to supplement legal due diligence and de-risk the process so that the purchase or refinancing of portfolios can be completed more efficiently, at lower cost and with the safety net of an insurance policy standing behind due diligence.

The Property owners and lenders can benefit from insurance against the entire portfolio of assets even when only a sample are examined. This means that:

  • Lawyers do not need to complete full due diligence on all of the assets - saving time and money.
  • Insurance is a quick and safe alternative to conventional due diligence, allowing the transaction lawyers to focus on other more complex aspects of the deal.
  • All parties have recourse to a substantial rated insurance company if there are any problems, with a firm insurance policy.

Portfolio insurance can be provided within a matter of days even for very large portfolios. By reducing the time and cost of basic due diligence, investors and lenders can improve their chances of success when competing for business without the need to "take a view" on risks without any protection.