Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Texas

Title Insurance

I am selling my house. The buyer is getting title insurance, Is he responsible for the fees?


Asked on 3/19/09, 5:31 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Re: Title Insurance

It depends on what the contract says. It's negotiable, as is most things in your contract (price, repairs, etc.)

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Answered on 3/19/09, 11:34 pm
Joseph A. McDermott, III Attorney at Law

Re: Title Insurance

The form real estate contract typically provides that the seller pays the basic title insurance premium. This is a negotiable item, but if you signed saying you wold pay, you are likely stuck. More importantly, it is REALLY a bad idea to buy or sell real estate without title insurance

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Answered on 3/20/09, 4:18 pm


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