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real estate: More attorney fallout from the foreclosure crisis - 03/12/11 10:23 AM
Freddie Mac is dropping one of the law firms in Florida that is under investigation for the handling of home repossessions.The Marshall C. Watson Law firmWill the removal of files from law firms around the country become more of the rule than the exception as improprieties continue to be exposed?This from the blogs at The Palm Beach Post Freddie Mac takes foreclosure files from Fort Lauderdale-based Marshall C. Watson law firm by Kim Miller
Federal mortgage backer Freddie Mac is taking its foreclosure cases from the Fort Lauderdale-based Marshall C. Watson law firm, one of eight Florida firms facing … (1 comments)
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real estate: SERS not MERS! - 02/24/11 12:05 PM
SERS not MERS!
If you have been a reader of The Hallmark Abstract Sentinel then by now you are aware of MERS and the controversy that surrounds it. The Mortgage Electronic Recording System has been at the heart of questionable foreclosures due to standing issues, as well as for having aided in the avoidance of untold millions in recording fees not paid to counties.
It was only a matter of time before someone came up with a way to digitize marriage recordings in a system known as SERS, the Spouse Electronic Recording System (H/T 4closure Fraud).
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real estate: Do you know any attorney's? - 07/19/10 01:57 PM
2nd income potential by making an introductionHallmark Abstract, a title insurance provider, is seeking introductions to attorney's in New York whose practices include transactional real estate, either residential or commercial. Hallmark is currently in an expansion phase, and real estate attorney's are our primary target market for new business. Title insurance is required in a real estate transaction, providing both the lender and owner with the assurance that they are getting clear title or ownership to the property being purchased or refinanced. Because title insurance premiums are pre-determined and are identical from title provider to title provider in New York State, … (0 comments)
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real estate: Suffolk County, New York Bill I.R. 1412 seeks to level the playing field for title companies - 06/09/10 10:35 AM
Michael Haltman spoke in front of the Suffolk County Legislature on June 8 regarding the bill I.R. 1412, sponsored by County Legislator John M. Kennedy Jr., which would require the county to obtain and use the services of at least 10 title companies.
At the present time the County works with a select group of companies, which opens up the potential for abuse. It is in every municipalities best interests, particularly in these times of fiscal hardship, to make every effort to minimize expenses while making sure that the process is as efficient as possible.The text is available upon request by … (0 comments)
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real estate: Hallmark Abstract: We Want To Earn Your Business - 01/13/10 08:22 AM
Hallmark Abstract Service is not here to tell you that you should have complete trust in our ability to help your transactions move like clockwork (at least from the point of view of title).
We have to EARN that trust in the only way that we know how: PERFORMANCE
We understand that you have existing relationships, but as we have all seen, things can change overnight. The company you have been using may suddenly no longer be in business and you need to have a plan.
Call us, email us or visit our website to find … (0 comments)
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real estate: Become A Fan Of Hallmark Abstract - 01/12/10 05:37 PM
The Hallmark Abstract Service Fan Page On Facebook: Join Us Today
Hallmark Abstract Service is proud to announce the creation of a Fan Page on Facebook. On this page you will receive industry updates, news and trends as they happen. You will also be kept up to date on any changes taking place within the Hallmark family. Simply click on this link to join.
Check us out and visit our website to find out more about us at Hallmark Abstract Service LLC.
Mike
Michael Haltman, PresidentHallmark Abstract Service LLC131 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 205Jericho, New York 11753516.741.4723 (P)516.338.7538 (F)mhaltman@hallmarkabstractllc.comFind out more about … (0 comments)
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real estate: Hallmark Abstract Introduced - 01/12/10 05:14 PM
Hallmark Abstract Introduced
Letter From The Executive SuiteMy name is Michael Haltman, and I am the Managing Partner at Hallmark Abstract Service. I wanted to take the opportunity in this inaugural article to once again speak to the committment of this firm, from my office on down, to serving the needs of our clients.Our firm motto, “We treat your title insurance and settlement needs as if they were our own” is more than just a catchy tagline. It is the mission statement that Hallmark operates by. Our goal is to provide a seamless title experience, each and every time.As in any … (0 comments)
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real estate: This Is What You Missed This Week - 11/15/08 06:14 AM
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real estate: What Is Bridge Or Hard Money Lending - 11/07/08 07:40 AM
If you ever wanted to know what this type of lending is all about, whether as a borrower or as an investor, I wrote a short article on the topic at http://ezinearticles.com/?id=1652456 .
Check it out, and if you have any thoughts, comments or questions please let me know. Particularly in this banking environment, where even the most pristine borrowers can have real problems getting financing, bridge lending offers a real alternative.
If you are an investor interested in new ways to deploy your money, bridge lending, or lending secured by real property, can be a great alternative.
Mike Haltman
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real estate: If You Don't Subscribe, This Is What You Missed This Week! - 10/25/08 08:18 AM
What You Missed This Week
If you don't subscribe to The Political and Financial Markets Commentator blog by either feed or by email, these are the stories that you missed this week.
The Commentator is written by me for the purpose of addressing key topics in the financial markets, mortgage and housing markets and in the political arena that affect or potentially affect us all.
There is no cost, and if I must say so myself it is concise and to the point. Check it out, and if you like what you see sign-up. The address is http://politicsandfinance.blogspot.com.
Mortgage Modifications: What … (2 comments)
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real estate: Get My Blog Delivered To Your In-Box - 10/22/08 07:32 AM
Blog Feeds On Active Rain
I received an ActiveRain email that included a post by Jason Crouch, Broker - Austin Texas Real Estate, that took me to the instructions on adding an email subscribe box to my outside blog within my ActiveRain blog. Thanks Jason.
I would like to take this opportunity to invite anyone that reads my outside blog on ActiveRain, or who maybe has not to take a look, and if you like what you read to use the box on the right side of the page to sign-up for emails of my blog sent right to you.
I have … (2 comments)
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real estate: Good Thing I Work On The First Floor? - 10/10/08 03:51 AM
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Good Thing I Work On The First Floor?
Anyone can take a look at the action today, yesterday, the day before...well you get the idea, and say that there is no end in sight and that gloom and pessimism will rule the day. Very logical, and I will get to that after I begin with the fact that I believe the global governments will get this right. After all, even a broken clock is right twice a day.First, Is There A Light At The End Of The Tunnel?On the bright side, the solution to loosening up the … (1 comments)
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real estate: The Financial Crisis Welcomes The World! - 10/09/08 05:41 AM
Another Day, Another Move To Save The Financial SystemToday we got the news that many in the markets have been waiting for. They have been waiting for what seems to be a very long time. That was the coordinated global rate cut by the central banks of the US, Canada, EU, England as well as a few other countries. EU rates have been to high and still remain that way even post cut.As I discussed yesterday morning, we had an immediate strong move up in the stock futures, a quick and severe fade and several other moves all before the market … (8 comments)
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real estate: Survival Tips: Managing Your Business During A Down Market - 10/06/08 02:09 PM
Monday, October 6, 2008
Survival Tips: Managing Your Business During A Down Market The stock market is down 700+, the VIX is close to 60, and I figurured that this would be a great time to reprint an article from a blog that I read every day, The Mortgage Cicerone. The article refers to belt tightening practices and the ways of running your business, particularly in bad times.I came up out of my bomb shelter to write it.The information, if you are not already thinking in this direction, is some good food for thought, and a lot of it can … (5 comments)
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real estate: Mortgage Crisis: The Beginning Of The End And A Look At The Beginning - 09/28/08 08:17 PM
Sunday, September 28, 2008
The Mortgage Crisis: Beginning Of The End And A Look At The Beginning
Looks Like We Are Rounding ThirdTrue to the form in the world of politics (waiting until the final hour), it appears that a consensus between the Democrats and Republicans has been reached, and that a bailout bill in some form has been agreed upon. This will hopefully be the first step in getting the footing back under the banks and will loosen the credit flow that the economy so desperately needs.As I said about a week and a half ago, hopefully this means that … (5 comments)
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real estate: A Video On How And When The Mortgage Crisis Really Got Started (great music too) - 09/27/08 09:07 AM
Saturday, September 27, 2008
A Video On How And When The Mortgage Crisis Really Got Started (great music too) How And When Did The Roots Of This Mortgage Crisis Really Get Started?Watching TV news and commentary on a daily basis, and watching some politicians talk on a daily basis, you would think that this mortgage crisis did not exist until the day that George Bush was sworn in for his first term.It seems that many politicians would like you to think that the seeds for this whole crisis were planted on the day that Bush took office. There are many hypocritical … (3 comments)
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real estate: Enough Of All This Damn Doom And Gloom - 09/15/08 09:02 AM
From The Commercial Mortgage/Real Estate Hotline at http://commercialmortgagehotline.blogspot.com
Monday, September 15, 2008
Enough Of All Of This Damn Doom and Gloom
Enough Already!OK. I think that we have established that there are some big problems out there, and today is going to be very interesting. But you know what? At the end of the day what happens to Lehman and AIG and everyone else does not in actuality put food on my table and send my kids to college.We will revisit the situation of course since it is going to be extremely dynamic and course setting for our financial system. For … (2 comments)
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real estate: What Do You Mean The Loan Won't Close This Week (or at all)? - 09/10/08 06:30 AM
Join us for discussions of commercial mortgage training, market trends and commentary on the world at http://commercialmortgagehotline.blogspot.com .
What Do You Mean The Deal Won't Close This Week (or at all)?
A commercial property presents itself to you for purchase. In this scenario, you can be either the buyer or a mortgage broker. It is a mixed-use property, which we know is commercial on the bottom and residential up. In this case it is a 3 over 1, or 3 residential apartments over a retail store.The borrower has a 720 credit score, and based on the net operatiing income, the loan desired and … (2 comments)
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real estate: What Do You Mean A Positive Mental Attitude? - 08/25/08 10:12 AM
Reprinted from The Commercial Mortgage/Real Estate Hotline at http://commercialmortgagehotline.blogspot.com .
Monday, August 25, 2008
What Does It Take To Succeed In The Mortgage Business (Or Any Business)?
As promised when I started this blog, not everything will be about mortgage training, but some will be about what I consider to be life training. Whether you are a mortgage broker, real estate broker, investor, teacher, builder or anything else, there are certain basic tools that are needed in order to succeed.None of these tools represent rocket science, but through my experience it sometimes helps to sit back and review them … (2 comments)
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Michael Haltman
Jericho,
NY
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