Buying a home in Florida is an exciting milestone, but the closing process can feel overwhelming without a clear roadmap. Understanding each step helps buyers avoid surprises, meet deadlines, and complete their purchase smoothly. This guide breaks down the Florida home closing process into manageable parts, offering practical tips and examples to help you navigate your way to homeownership with confidence. Understanding the Closing Process Closing a home sale means finalizing

After weeks of delays and uncertainty, the U.S. government has officially reopened, and that means real estate closings are back in motion. At American Title Trust, we’re helping buyers, sellers, and realtors reset timelines, verify documents, and get transactions back on track.

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A 1031 Exchange allows U.S. taxpayers to defer capital gains taxes by selling real property held for investment or business purposes and reinvesting the proceeds in a like-kind property. To qualify, you must avoid taking possession of the sale proceeds, identify a replacement property within 45 days, and close the purchase within 180 days.

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A title in real estate isn’t just a document—it’s your legal claim to a property. In this post, we break down what a title really is, how it differs from a deed, why a title search matters, and how title insurance protects your ownership. Whether you're buying your first home or just want to understand the process better, this guide will walk you through the essentials.

Starting September 30, 2025, the IRS will no longer issue paper refund checks, which will particularly impact non-U.S. sellers of U.S. real estate. All tax refunds must be electronically deposited into U.S. bank accounts, with no exceptions for foreign accounts or wire transfers. This blog explains the key changes, who’s affected, and how to prepare, especially for transactions closing in late 2025 and beyond.

From global elections to AI, and from affordability challenges to rising office vacancies, 2025 is bringing big shifts to real estate. These 10 forces are reshaping the market, and they could impact your next closing. Curious how these trends affect you as a buyer, seller, or investor? Read our latest blog to stay informed and stay ahead. Read More on Our Blog

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