September/October 2004 - Volume 83, Number 5

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Cover Story

The Evolving Role of Title Companies in the eMortgage Landscape
by Kim Weaver
This article examines how eMortgages, electronic signatures and recordings will save title companies time and money, and will look at some of the best practices already in use.

Features

Running Your Business
How to Use the Title Industry Marketing Kit
by Sandra Bell
This powerful marketing tool will help you educate your real estate, lender, and consumer customers about the value of title insurance, while marketing your company at the same time. It's FREE to ALTA® members. Learn how your peers are using it to help their business.

Departments

Technology Corner
Title Company Web Sites… Does Yours Pass the Copyright Test?
by John H. Rees
It is critical that title companies understand some of the risks of doing business on the Internet to avoid potential litigation. Adopt these simple rules to protect your company.

Inside ALTA®
Title Triumph® Board Game Thrills Audiences
by Patricia L. Berman
This board game provides a way for your employees to learn about the title industry and have fun at the same time. Learn how you can incorporate this into your staff training program.

Inside ALTA®
The ALTA® Technology & Business Products Directory
ALTA® has compiled a list of technology and business vendors who specialize in the title industry. The company names are listed here, but a more comprehensive list can be found on ALTA®'s Web site.