Here we grow again! Our dynamic organization is seeking a highly motivated and proactive individual to serve as a Title Examiner for Best Homes Title Agency and BHT Commercial Title & Escrow Services to maintain our current clientele and support our business growth.
Best Homes Title Agency is an industry-leading title and settlement services business, headquartered in Farmington Hills, with locations throughout the State of Michigan and Illinois. Best Homes Title Agency handles title and escrow matters throughout the Midwest and is licensed to transact business in 13 states.
With over 15 years of service to the community, Best Homes continues to be an industry leader when it comes to innovation, security, and technology. Our dedicated team of professionals and in-house attorneys can support all our customers, from simple refinance to complex commercial matters.
www.besthomestitle.com
Title Examiner Position Summary:
The Title Examiner is responsible for conducting research, preparing documents, and working cross-functionally. The ideal candidate possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, strong time management, and attention to detail. The ideal candidate is a team player with a strong desire to provide a “best in class” customer service experience.
Title Examiner Job Responsibilities:
- Search and examine titles of moderate to advanced complexity in accordance with company and underwriting examining procedures to determine the status of the title or establish a chain of title.
- Abstracts and analyzes deeds, mortgages, easements, judgments, tax assessments, mineral reservations, and other applicable instruments.
- Demonstrates proficiency in mapping unplatted land.
- Compiles reports from searched data, types commitments/search products, and bills accordingly.
- Updates commitments/search products through closing.
- Reviews commitments and closing documents after closing. Types and produces final policies.
- Responds to various requests from company employees, affiliates/attorneys, and the general public regarding the status of legal title and insurability of title.
- Locates, compiles, and posts information from city, county, and other public records for updating company files, logs, and indexes.
- Searches/examines and writes continuations and reinsured cases of moderate complexity.
- Reviews and processes title clearance requests, indemnities, policies, and corrections.
- Provides exceptional customer service to our clients and internal staff members.
- Completes all other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree or higher preferred.
- 1-3+ years of Title Examiner experience required; 5+ years preferred.
- Experience working with ResWare, Qualia, or other industry software is required.
- Extensive background in examining Michigan properties required; multi-state title experience preferred.
- Ability to serve as a role model by maintaining high-quality standards and providing educational assistance/constructive feedback to team members.
What We Offer You
- Competitive pay rates
- Paid time off (PTO) + paid holidays
- Medical (Blue-Cross Blue-Shield & Blue Care Network) insurance options
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Vision and Dental insurance options
- 401(k) Traditional and Roth retirement plans
- Employer-funded Profit-Sharing and Cash Balance retirement plans
- Company-paid long-term disability and basic life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including free mental health and financial counseling services
- Company-organized Volunteer opportunities
- Commitment to providing work-life balance
- Team bonding events, gift raffles, annual holiday party, and more!
This is a full-time, in-office position, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., with an average of 40 hours per week. Overtime hours may become available and required based on business needs.
Position available in either our Sterling Heights or Farmington Hills office locations, depending on candidate preference.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associate's degree or higher
- 1-3+ years of Title Examiner experience
- 5+ years of Title Examiner experience
- Experience with ResWare, Qualia, or other industry software
- Extensive experience examining Michigan properties
- Multi-state title experience
- Ability to maintain high-quality standards and provide educational assistance or constructive feedback to team members
What We Do
Best Homes Title Agency provides title, escrow, and settlement services for residential and commercial real estate transactions. Based in Farmington Hills, Michigan, it serves the Midwest and is licensed in 13 states. Services include title insurance, title searches and abstracts, closings, refinance and construction transactions, and commercial real estate support. The company combines experienced professionals and in-house attorneys with technology-enabled, secure transactions and a focus on customer service.
