Title and Escrow Services in Florida

Title services examine property ownership records, identify potential defects, prepare title commitments, support title clearance, and may include title insurance policy issuance. Escrow services involve holding and disbursing transaction funds such as earnest money deposits, purchase-price funds, closing proceeds, or repair holdbacks. Golm Law Firm coordinates these functions for Florida real estate transactions through attorney-supervised legal services.

A title search reviews recorded property records for ownership information and matters that could affect transfer or financing. Depending on the transaction, the review may identify unreleased mortgages, missing satisfactions, gap-period liens, boundary encroachments, or other title concerns. Finding these issues before closing gives the parties an opportunity to address them rather than discovering a defect at settlement.

An attorney-supervised escrow arrangement connects fund handling with legal oversight and the broader closing process. Golm Law Firm may hold and disburse qualifying escrow funds through a Florida Bar Trust Account (IOTA), subject to applicable requirements. If a dispute arises concerning deposit release, having the escrow agent also serve as closing counsel can simplify communication and coordination.

Yes. The firm provides title insurance policy issuance as a Florida-licensed attorney title agent. Title insurance is typically integrated with the real estate closing and follows title review, commitment preparation, and efforts to address identified defects. The specific policy and transaction requirements depend on the property and matter, so the firm evaluates the details during the closing process.

For Florida real estate transactions, escrow services may include earnest money deposits, closing proceeds, purchase-price funds, and holdbacks for post-closing repairs. The funds and disbursement instructions must be handled according to the transaction documents and applicable requirements. Golm Law Firm reviews the closing circumstances and provides attorney-supervised escrow services when appropriate.

Golm Law Firm provides title and escrow services statewide in Florida. The office is located at 1904 Manatee Ave. W., Suite 300, Bradenton, Florida 34205, and the firm’s listed service areas include Florida, Manatee County, Southwest Florida, Sarasota, Bradenton, Tampa, Port Charlotte, Fort Myers, and St. Petersburg. Contact the firm to discuss your transaction’s location.

Title services are typically bundled with real estate closing fees, while standalone title work is quoted per matter. Escrow services are also typically bundled with real estate closing fees. Legal consultations are available for $150 for 30 minutes or $350 for 60 minutes with document review. The firm can explain the anticipated scope and billing structure for your transaction.

Useful information may include the purchase contract, prior title documents, survey, deed, escrow instructions, lender information, and details about any known liens or disputes. A 60-minute consultation includes document review before the meeting, while a 30-minute consultation is conversation-only. Consultations may be conducted in person, virtually, or by phone.