Remote Title Examiner — Real Property & Title Research

First American; Virginia; Remote; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

First American is seeking a Title Examiner for its Agency Division to review public records and examine property titles, primarily for residential properties. The role emphasizes independent analysis, accurate documentation, and preparation of initial title commitments.

Remote work is offered with a competitive hourly pay range. Applicants should have a high school diploma, strong attention to detail, and customer service orientation. Knowledge of legal terms is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Detail and quality orientation required.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Knowledge of legal terms is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Search public records and examine titles to determine legal condition of property title, primarily for residential properties.
• Copy or summarize recorded documents affecting title status.
• Abstract and analyze mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plat/map references to verify ownership and legal descriptions.
• Prepare initial title commitment documentation based on procedural guidelines.
• Work independently to determine status and chain of title; pass results to Title Officer as needed.

Skills

Detail orientation

Customer service

Knowledge of legal terms

Education

High School diploma

Job description

First American is seeking a Title Examiner for its Agency Division to review public records and examine property titles, primarily for residential properties. The role emphasizes independent analysis, accurate documentation, and preparation of initial title commitments.

Remote work is offered with a competitive hourly pay range. Applicants should have a high school diploma, strong attention to detail, and customer service orientation. Knowledge of legal terms is beneficial.