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Expert guidance on title insurance, closing processes, and protecting your Utah real estate investment.

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Costs

How Much Does Title Insurance Cost in Utah? (2026 Rate Guide)

Utah title insurance costs explained with rate tables by home price. Learn what affects pricing and how to save on owner's and lender's policies.

February 5, 20269 min
Education

What Is Escrow? A Simple Guide for Utah Homebuyers

Escrow explained in plain English. Learn how escrow works, who manages it, what happens step-by-step, and how it protects your real estate transaction.

February 5, 20268 min
Education

What Is a Title Search and Why Does It Matter?

Learn what a title search is, what examiners look for in public records, how long it takes, and why it's essential before buying property in Utah.

February 5, 20268 min
Education

Common Title Issues That Can Delay Your Closing

Discover the most common title problems that delay real estate closings — liens, boundary disputes, missing heirs, and more — plus how to resolve them.

February 5, 202610 min
Costs

Utah Real Estate Closing Costs: Complete 2026 Breakdown

Complete breakdown of Utah closing costs for buyers and sellers. Line-by-line guide with typical amounts, who pays what, and how to estimate your total.

February 5, 202610 min
How-To

How to Read a Preliminary Title Report

Learn how to read a preliminary title report section by section. Understand Schedule A, B-I, and B-II, spot red flags, and know what to do next.

February 5, 20269 min
Education

Do I Need Title Insurance for New Construction in Utah?

Yes — and here's why. New construction homes face unique title risks including mechanics liens, boundary disputes, and builder bankruptcy.

February 5, 20268 min
Education

What Is a Lien? How Liens Affect Your Home Purchase

Learn what liens are, the different types (tax, mechanics, judgment, HOA), how they're discovered during a title search, and how to clear them.

February 5, 20269 min
Buyers

First-Time Homebuyer's Guide to Title Insurance in Utah

Everything first-time Utah homebuyers need to know about title insurance — costs, coverage, the closing process, and how to choose a title company.

February 5, 202610 min
Education

How Long Does the Title Search Process Take?

Title searches typically take 7-14 days in Utah. Learn what affects the timeline, what happens during the search, and when to request a rush order.

February 5, 20268 min
Education

What Is a Deed? Types of Property Deeds Explained

Learn about warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, grant deeds, and more. Comparison table showing when each deed type is used in Utah real estate.

February 5, 20269 min
How-To

How to Transfer Property Title in Utah

Step-by-step guide to transferring property title in Utah — required documents, recording process, costs, and common scenarios like inheritance and divorce.

February 5, 20269 min
Education

What Is an Easement? How Easements Affect Your Property

Learn what easements are, the different types, how they affect property value, and what title insurance covers. Utah easement guide for homebuyers.

February 5, 20269 min
Closing

Remote Closing vs In-Person Closing: What Utah Buyers Should Know

Compare remote online notarization (RON) closings with traditional in-person closings. Pros, cons, requirements, and which is right for your transaction.

February 5, 20268 min
Education

What Happens If a Title Problem Is Found After Closing?

Discover what to do if a title issue surfaces after you've closed. Learn how title insurance protects you, the claims process, and your legal options.

February 5, 20269 min
How-To

How to Read Your Closing Disclosure: A Line-by-Line Guide

Learn how to read every page of your Closing Disclosure. Understand loan terms, closing costs, and how to compare it to your Loan Estimate.

February 5, 202610 min
Legal

What Is a Quiet Title Action in Utah?

Learn what a quiet title action is, when it's needed, the Utah legal process, timeline, costs, and how title insurance can help.

February 5, 20269 min
Education

Refinancing? What You Need to Know About Title Insurance

Why you need new title insurance when refinancing, how reissue rates save you money, and what the title company does during your Utah refinance.

February 5, 20268 min
Education

What Are Title Insurance Endorsements? Types Explained

Learn what title insurance endorsements are, the most common types, costs, and which ones Utah homebuyers should consider for added protection.

February 5, 20269 min
FSBO

How to Close a For-Sale-By-Owner (FSBO) Home in Utah

Step-by-step guide to closing a for-sale-by-owner home in Utah. Learn the FSBO closing process, required paperwork, costs, and how to avoid costly mistakes.

January 20, 202610 min
Education

Title Insurance vs Homeowners Insurance: What's the Difference?

Title insurance vs homeowners insurance explained. Learn why you need both, what each covers, and how they protect your home investment differently.

January 20, 20267 min
Investors

What Is a 1031 Exchange? A Utah Real Estate Investor's Guide

Learn what a 1031 exchange is and how Utah real estate investors use it to defer capital gains taxes. Complete guide with rules, deadlines, and examples.

January 20, 202612 min
Closing

What to Expect at Your Real Estate Closing: Complete Guide

What happens at a real estate closing? Learn what to expect, what to bring, how long it takes, and get a complete closing day checklist for homebuyers.

January 20, 20269 min
About Us

Why Cache Title Is Utah's #1 Title Insurance Company

Discover why Cache Title is Cache Valley's most trusted title insurance provider. Decades of service, locally owned excellence since 1976.

January 20, 20268 min
Our Story

Building Generations That Last: The True Meaning of Home

Home is more than property—it's where generations begin. Discover how Cache Title has helped Utah families build lasting legacies since 1976.

January 20, 20267 min

Questions About Your Real Estate Transaction?

Our experienced team has been helping Utah families with title insurance and closings since 1976.

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