AmeriTitle Blog

08/25/26

AmeriTitle Super Star – Tricia Evans

Our company associates are at the heart of every successful closing, and it’s time to meet another AmeriTitle Super Star. Tricia Evans is an Escrow Officer in our Roseburg, OR, branch. With more than five years in the industry, Tricia brings a love of connecting with people, attention to detail and plenty of enthusiasm to […]

08/20/26

Are Mortgage Rates About to Shift? Why All Eyes Are on the Fed

Let’s talk about interest rates again. These are one of the biggest drivers of real estate market activity. However, due to geopolitical uncertainty, shifting consumer habits and rising costs, they’ve been especially hard to predict, including how the Federal Reserve will respond.   So why is it important to address this topic now? Well, first, the […]

08/13/26

School’s back in session: Here’s another Title Insurance 101 to know.

Since students across our region will be back in session soon, the AmeriTitle team thought it was time for another round of title insurance education. So, what do we want you to know about title insurance this year? We’re glad you asked! A title search is more complex than just looking through public records. Yes, […]

08/12/26

AmeriTitle Super Star – Colton Duda

Meet AmeriTitle Super Star, Colton Duda! A valued member of our Salem, Oregon, team for the past seven years, Colton recently stepped into his new role as Title Officer. He enjoys the constant opportunities to learn and grow, bringing enthusiasm, teamwork, and a positive attitude to every day. According to Candice Gibbons, AmeriTitle’s Area Department […]

08/3/26

Thinking about an IRS § 1031 exchange? Here’s what investors should know.

Our branches appreciate your investor and commercial business, too! That’s why we’re highlighting a specific transaction type that can be a powerful tool for investors of all sizes. Yes, we’re talking about Internal Revenue Code section 1031 exchanges. A 1031 exchange allows property owners to defer capital gains taxes on the sale of an investment […]

07/30/26

More people are looking to buy sooner than later

For the past few years, the housing market has felt like a waiting game. High mortgage rates, rising home prices and limited inventory have caused many buyers to put their plans on hold. But according to Bank of America’s 2026 Homebuyer Insights Report, the outlook is shifting in favor of buying again. While affordability remains […]

07/28/26

AmeriTitle Super Star – Kalee Spivey

It’s time to name another AmeriTitle Super Star! We’re excited to highlight Kalee Spivey, an Escrow Officer in our Gearhart, OR, branch! Though Kalee is relatively new to the AmeriTitle family, she brings a decade of real estate experience to the job. For her, a smooth transaction is always worth it. “I like working with […]

07/23/26

Since the world has been focused on soccer lately, the AmeriTitle team wanted to join in on the fun. That’s why we thought we’d explain how a title company like ours fits every position out on the “pitch.” In case you aren’t watching the action as closely as we do, here’s what you need to […]

07/16/26

Ready to chase the American Dream? Our team is here to help!

Buying a first home is always a big deal, but July is an especially fitting time to celebrate the American Dream. As the country marks its 250th birthday, let’s look at what it takes for first-time buyers to move from dreaming about homeownership to holding the keys. Many of us in real estate love working […]

07/9/26

AmeriTitle Branch Spotlight – Salem, OR

We are proud to shine this spotlight on our outstanding Salem, OR branch! As one of our largest and most seasoned offices, the Salem team has helped shape AmeriTitle into a trusted pillar of excellence with strong community involvement in Oregon’s beautiful capital city. With more than 500 years of collective work experience, this team […]