Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a buzzword, it’s a practical tool reshaping how title agents work. In this episode, Zina and Crosby cut through the hype to explain what large language models, custom GPTs, and emerging AI agents really mean for your business. From reducing errors and accelerating onboarding to automating repetitive tasks, the conversation highlights where AI delivers immediate value. If you’ve been waiting for a clear, practical guide to AI in title, this episode gives you the confidence and knowledge to get started.

What you’ll learn from this episode

• What LLMs are and why their “arms race” benefits title agents
• The surprising way a custom GPT can transform your agency’s daily workflows
• Why AI agents are the next leap forward for task automation in title operations
• Which workflows are perfect for safe automation—and which should stay human-led
• A four-part plan to start experimenting with AI in your agency today

Resources mentioned in this episode

• ChatGPT
• Meet Claude \ Anthropic
• Gemini
• Google Workspace
• Gmail
• Google NotebookLM
• ChatGPT for enterprise

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In this episode, Zina and Crosby unpack Q2 2025 earnings from the Big Four title underwriters: FNF, First American, Stewart, and ORI. While the residential market remains soft, commercial gains are shifting the momentum. The conversation highlights rising margins, stronger underwriting, and key tech investments. You’ll hear how each company is positioning for growth, and what it means for agents. This is more than a recap; it’s a strategic lens for your next move. If you're navigating change, this quarter offers valuable direction.

What you’ll learn from this episode

• How FAF is capitalizing on the early surge of the “wall of maturities”
• The growth strategies Stewart is executing and why agents should keep them on their radar
• A measured roadmap that reflects ORI’s long-term, partner-first strategy
• Why FNF’s profit dip doesn’t signal weakness in their core title operations
• What real-time adaptation looks like through tech, commercial, and underwriter alignment

Resources mentioned in this episode

• Fidelity National Financial
• First American
• Old Republic International
• Stewart Title
• Endpoint
• F & G

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Stop waiting on underwriter emails or callbacks—TitleGPT.ai gives you instant, reliable answers to your title questions. Whether it’s underwriting, compliance, or tricky closings, the information you need is just a click away. No more delays—work smarter, close faster. Try it now at www.TitleGPT.ai.

Closing more deals starts with more appointments. At Alltech National Title, our inside sales team works behind the scenes to fill your pipeline, so you can focus on building Srelationships and closing business. No more cold calling—just real opportunities. Get started at AlltechNationalTitle.com.

Extra hands without extra overhead—that’s Safi Virtual. Our trained virtual assistants specialize in the title industry, handling admin work, client communication, and data entry so you can stay focused on closing deals. Scale smarter and work faster at SafiVirtual.com.

The Big Beautiful Bill is now law, and it's reshaping real estate from the ground up. In this deep-dive episode, Zina and Crosby break down the core tax reforms shaping the industry’s future: from a permanent QBI deduction boost to a quadrupled SALT cap, to expanded opportunity zones. Whether you're guiding first-time buyers or handling due diligence on complex industrial projects, this episode gives you the talking points, tax angles, and compliance insights you need to lead in this next era of real estate.

What you’ll learn from this episode

• How new permanent tax cuts boost housing affordability and buying power
• Why the QBI deduction bump to 23% is a game changer for real estate pros
• The long-term impact of preserving 1031 exchanges and mortgage interest deductions
• What enhanced SALT caps and LIHTC provisions mean for homeowners and developers
• How title professionals should adapt due diligence, valuations, and foreign investment compliance

Resources mentioned in this episode

• National Association of REALTORS®

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Stop waiting on underwriter emails or callbacks—TitleGPT.ai gives you instant, reliable answers to your title questions. Whether it’s underwriting, compliance, or tricky closings, the information you need is just a click away. No more delays—work smarter, close faster. Try it now at www.TitleGPT.ai.

Closing more deals starts with more appointments. At Alltech National Title, our inside sales team works behind the scenes to fill your pipeline, so you can focus on building relationships and closing business. No more cold calling—just real opportunities. Get started at AlltechNationalTitle.com.

Extra hands without extra overhead—that’s Safi Virtual. Our trained virtual assistants specialize in the title industry, handling admin work, client communication, and data entry so you can stay focused on closing deals. Scale smarter and work faster at SafiVirtual.com.

Wire fraud is no longer a distant threat, it’s a daily risk for title professionals across the country. In this special deep-dive edition, Zina and Crosby explore the rise of social engineering in real estate transactions and how fraudsters are exploiting urgency, trust, and technology to steal millions. Backed by 2024 FBI data and real-world case studies, this episode breaks down the new fraud playbook and equips listeners with six actionable strategies to protect their clients, their closings, and their companies.

What you’ll learn from this episode

• How social engineering scams are evolving with AI voice fakes, spoofed emails, and seller impersonation
• The financial and legal risks of wire fraud
• Six critical actions every title company should implement today to strengthen its fraud defenses
• How to use tools like Closinglock, CertifID, and TrueWire to verify identities and prevent fund redirection
• What to do in the first 72 hours after a suspected attack

Resources mentioned in this episode

• Internet Crime Complaint Center
• CISA
• FinCEN
• American Land Title Association
• National Association of REALTORS®
• Closinglock
• TrueWire™ Wire Fraud Software
• CertifID

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Stop waiting on underwriter emails or callbacks—TitleGPT.ai gives you instant, reliable answers to your title questions. Whether it’s underwriting, compliance, or tricky closings, the information you need is just a click away. No more delays—work smarter, close faster. Try it now at www.TitleGPT.ai.

Closing more deals starts with more appointments. At Alltech National Title, our inside sales team works behind the scenes to fill your pipeline, so you can focus on building relationships and closing business. No more cold calling—just real opportunities. Get started at AlltechNationalTitle.com.

Extra hands without extra overhead—that’s Safi Virtual. Our trained virtual assistants specialize in the title industry, handling admin work, client communication, and data entry so you can stay focused on closing deals. Scale smarter and work faster at SafiVirtual.com.

FinCEN has officially dropped the hammer: a sweeping nationwide rule goes into effect December 1, 2025, requiring title professionals to report the real owners behind all-cash entity purchases of residential real estate. In this episode, Zina and Crosby walk you through the why, what, and how—giving you a clear roadmap to stay compliant and confident. If you’ve ever handled a deal involving an LLC, trust, or shell company, you need this breakdown before the deadline hits.

What you’ll learn from this episode

• Why FinCEN is targeting real estate and why it affects all agent s, not just banks
• How the GTO pilot evolved into a permanent nationwide mandate
• Transactions are covered under the new rule
• Who is responsible for filing and what must be reported
• Civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance and how to avoid them
• Practical steps to integrate reporting into your existing title workflows

Resources mentioned in this episode

• American Land Title Association
• FinCEn
• US Department of the Treasury

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Stop waiting on underwriter emails or callbacks—TitleGPT.ai gives you instant, reliable answers to your title questions. Whether it’s underwriting, compliance, or tricky closings, the information you need is just a click away. No more delays—work smarter, close faster. Try it now at www.TitleGPT.ai.

Closing more deals starts with more appointments. At Alltech National Title, our inside sales team works behind the scenes to fill your pipeline, so you can focus on building relationships and closing business. No more cold calling—just real opportunities. Get started at AlltechNationalTitle.com.

Extra hands without extra overhead—that’s Safi Virtual. Our trained virtual assistants specialize in the title industry, handling admin work, client communication, and data entry so you can stay focused on closing deals. Scale smarter and work faster at SafiVirtual.com.