News + Publications
News + Publications

ALTA’s publications and news center brings the latest information affecting the title and settlement services industry to ALTA members. Whether you are looking for industry news, practical insights on issues affecting title insurance or our suite of legal and regulatory publications we have the news you need.
- TitleNews Magazine
  The industry's essential news magazine contains vital information and analysis for industry professionals.
- Industry News
  Twice a week, the top stories impacting the title insurance industry.
- Legal + Regulatory Publications
  Practical legal analysis of claims and court decisions related to the title insurance industry.
- Title Protects
  Members of the title insurance industry work daily to assist consumers in purchasing new homes and enhancing their communities.
- Press Releases
- Consumers: What to Expect at Closing
  HomeClosing101.org
- Manage Your Subscriptions
  Manage the emails you want to receive from ALTA.
  - Email Preferences
Advocacy
Advocacy

ALTA represents its members on a national and state level by working closely with members of Congress, state legislatures and regulators to advocate on behalf of the land title industry.
- Advocacy Issues
- Title Industry Political Action Committee (TIPAC)
  TIPAC is the only PAC that directly represents the interest of the title industry in our nation's political system.
- Title Action Network (TAN)
  TAN is the premier grassroots organization promoting the value of the land title insurance industry.
- State Legislation Tracking Map
Events
Events

ALTA, along with affiliated land title associations, organizes dozens of world-class meetings each year. Each event is an opportunity for you to learn from industry experts, meet industry vendors and network with your peers.
Career + Learning
Career + Learning

Since 1971 ALTA has been the source of practical knowledge and skill-based training solutions for the title insurance industry. ALTA is dedicated to providing cutting edge educational solutions to our members through several options.
- National Title Professional Designation
  The National Title Professional (NTP) Designation is designed to recognize land title professionals
  - Apply for NTP Designation
  - National Title Professional Directory
- Continuing Education
  - Online Course Catalog
  - Approved Courses and States
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Training + Webinars
- My Professional Development
  - Title Producer & Attorney Credentials
Membership
Membership

ALTA is committed to your professional development. By becoming a member of ALTA, not only do you strengthen the industry’s future, you gain access to valuable resources to help your company differentiate itself in the market.
- Become an ALTA Member
  Gain access to valuable resources to help your company differentiate itself in the market.
  - Find or Create an ALTA Account
- My ALTA Membership
- Renew Your Membership
  You must be the primary or secondary contact for your company.
  - Renew ALTA Membership
  - Renew TIAC Membership
- Membership Types
- Dues Calculator
- Leadership + Engagement Groups
  On this page, you can find information on engagement groups, their members and responsibilities.
  - Leadership Resources
- Non-Member Options
  You will NOT receive member benefits. ALTA is no longer utilizing an occasional use waiver as a part of the Policy Forms Licensing structure for 2024 and going forward. The Policy Forms License for limited use can be acquired for $50.
  - Policy Forms License
  - Print Policy Forms License Certificate
- Membership Directory
  Find ALTA Members across the United States.
  - Find an ALTA Member
  - New Member List
- Membership Benefits
  As an ALTA member you join a family of dedicated professionals working to improve the land title industry. On this page you will find a list of the many items available to you as an ALTA Member.
- Frequently Asked Questions
  Interested in becoming a member of ALTA? Get answers to some of the questions we are often asked.
Business Ops
Business Ops

ALTA’s primary purpose is to help our title industry members succeed professionally. ALTA has cultivated several tools to help ALTA members measure, improve and grow their business. ALTA’s suite of tools can help you at any stage of your business venture.
- PATRIOT Act Search
  ALTA members get access to the U.S. Treasury Blocked Persons List to search the Specially Designated Nationals List for blocked individuals.
- Find People + Services
  Whether you are looking for an ALTA Member to help with an issue or a vendor to automate your work flow, find them here.
- Operations
  Tools designed to help you run your business efficiently.
- Human Resources
  Go to source to help your Human Resources department.
- Industry Partners
  Meet our partners and find an Elite Provider to help drive new revenue.
- Research Initiatives & Resources
  Engage with and view the industry surveys, studies and reports curated by ALTA’s research department.
- Marketing
  ALTA provides members with tools to easily communicate the benefits of what you do.
Policies + Standards
Policies + Standards

One of ALTA’s main reasons for existing is to provide the title and settlement industry with industry-specific policy forms and standards that help the industry stay compliant with current regulations.
- Policy Forms
  This site provides access to the ALTA® collection of forms and related documents to ALTA Members, Licensees, and Subscribers.
- Best Practices
  Resources and tools for implementing the ALTA Best Practices standards.
About
About

Founded in 1907 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., ALTA is the national trade association and voice of title insurance agents, abstracters* and underwriters are Active Members, ranging from small, one-county operations, to large national title insurers in the united states.
- ALTA Strategic Priorities
- Board of Governors
- ALTA Presidents
- ALTA Bylaws
- Privacy Policy
  We recognize the importance of protecting the personal information you provide at websites owned or controlled by the American Land Title Association.
- ALTA Antitrust Policy
- Working at ALTA
- State Land Title Associations
- Contact ALTA
  Contact the ALTA Staff, we have provided information on what each person is in charge of to help you reach the correct staff member.
- History of ALTA
- ALTA Gear
  ALTA has something for everyone: We've included a variety of brands and price points as well as sizes, which range from XS to 4XL, depending on the item.
Topics
Topics

In our topics collection, you can stay up to speed on the most relevant issues in our industry—and learn how ALTA is engaged. Visit a topic page to find all the information ALTA has on that subject—from a summary to relevant events, educational resources, consumer and client-facing materials, business resources, and advocacy information.
- Title Acceptance Pilot
  In March 2024, the Biden administration announced a Title Acceptance Pilot, which waives the requirement for lender’s title insurance on certain refinances. ALTA called the announcement a political gesture offering a false promise of savings for homeowners while exposing consumers, lenders and taxpayers to greater financial risk.
- Digital Closings
  ALTA strives to help members identify the benefits and risks associated with digital closings in order to put the industry in the best position to solve problems and inspire innovative ideas. ALTA is your source for tools and education about digital closings.
- Artificial Intelligence
  Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in the title insurance and settlement services sector, providing a diverse array of capabilities to enhance both efficiency and productivity.
- Cybersecurity
  Cybersecurity is a critical topic for the land title insurance and settlement industry and an ongoing threat to every title operation regardless of size, location or years in business.
- Wire Fraud
  Wire fraud is one of the biggest threats in the title industry. ALTA members must be aware of this threat and of the resources available to fight the fraud. This page includes many resources, tools and articles to help protect your company and customers from fraud.
- Financial Crimes Enforcement Network
  The proposed rule by U.S. Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) will require title and settlement companies nationwide to report information about all-cash residential transactions nationwide involving legal entities and trusts.

Leadership + Engagement Groups

Education Committee

The purpose and scope of work of this committee is to:

Evaluate the education needs of the Association, affiliated regional and state title associations, and individual ALTA members and plan activities that will best meet these needs.
Develop LTI/ALTA educational seminars, where appropriate, and present them on a continuing basis.
Assist regional and state title associations in strengthening their educational programs, as requested.
Plan and develop educational materials for members and customer groups.

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Chair

Cheryl Cowherd NTP

National Agency and Midwest Underwriting Counsel
WFG National Title Insurance Company
Portland, OR

Vice Chair

Kathy J. Kwak

Chief Operating Officer
Proper Title
Chicago, IL

Member

AnnMarie Arens

Midwest Regional Sales Manager
Westcor Land Title Insurance Co.
Overland Park, KS

Bettina Arthur

VP - Sales Enablement
Westcor Land Title Insurance Company
Lone Tree, CO

Lisa J. Aubrey CTP

VP, NJ State Agency Mngr
Fidelity National Title Group
Shrewsbury, NJ

Paula J. Bachmeier NTP

SVP
The Title Team
Minot, ND

Deborah S. Bailey Esq.

Managing Member
Bailey Helms Legal
Roswell, GA

Lisa M. Beville J.D., CPA, CTIP

SW Region - Agency Training and Education Specialist
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Frisco, TX

Sabrina Bier

Director of Digital Media and Education
Proper Title
Chicago, IL

Andi Bolin CESP, NTP

VP / Agency Services Manager
Stewart Title Guaranty Company
Houston, TX

Patti K. Bonner CTIP

SVP District Manager
Stewart Title Guaranty Company
Dripping Springs, TX

Joseph E. Brickman

Settlement/Escrow Advisory Leader (SEAL)
First American Title Insurance Company
Santa Ana, CA

Tamara Brooks

VP, Southeast Senior Regional Underwriting Counsel
Essent Title Insurance, Inc.
Radnor, PA

Lori Bullard NTP, WTP

Underwriter
First American Title Insurance Co
Seattle, WA

Carole Bullion-Mincy

Account Executive
Liberty Title
Brighton, MI

Mark Burr

Milton Title & Escrow, LLC
Alpharetta, GA

Elizabeth A Daniel KTP, MTP, NTP

President
Continental Title Company - Overland Park
Overland Park, KS

Vincent G Danzi

Vice President of Operations
The Security Title Guarantee Corp. of Baltimore
Floral Park, NY

Todd Davis

Regional Title Team Leader
TitleOne
Idaho Falls, ID

Ruth A. Dillingham NTP

Principal
Dillingham Law LLC
Barnstable, MA

Janis Gaines

Executive Director
Real Estate Closing Path
Kennesaw, GA

Monica Gilroy NTP

Managing Partner
The Gilroy Firm LLC
Atlanta, GA

Joseph A. Grabas CTP, NTP

Director
Grabas Institute for Continuing Education
Wall, NJ

Elle Guerrini

Agency Consultant
WFG National Title Insurance Company
Plano, TX

Scott Gustlin

Vice President of Sales and Support
Pythonic Corporation
Madison, WI

Thomas Hamauei NTP

Attorney
Bayou Title, Inc.
Shreveport, LA

Steve Hargraves

Co-Founder & COO
ShortTrack
Chicago, IL

Mary Anne Harris

Owner/President
Positively Balanced, LLC
Acworth, GA

Shea Marie Harris

Escrow Account Manager
Positively Balanced, LLC
Acworth, GA

Christine Heffner

Client Implementation Mgr
First American Title Insurance Co
Pittsburgh, PA

Cecilia Hernandez

VP West Regional Title Operation
Inspired Title Services, LLC
Austin, TX

Jane Hill

Employee Development Director
Title Financial Corporation
Blackfoot, ID

Jeremy Holley

Team Leader, Audit and Compliance
Rocket Close, LLC
Detroit, MI

Marie Hunter ITP, NTP

Asst Vice President
Pioneer Title Company of Bannock County
Pocatello, ID

Nancy K. Landmark NTP

VP and Senior Title Counsel
Stewart Title Guaranty Company
Houston, TX

Colleen Leahy

Vice President
Stability Title Agency, Inc.
Plano, TX

Dennis Lucey

Underwriting Counsel
First American Title Insurance Company
Concord, CA

Andy Maloney

Attorney
Blue Note Title, LLC
Brentwood, TN

Tina Manuel NTP

Director of Title Services
Allied Capital Title, LLC
Champaign, IL

Kelly McCarel

VP, Corporate Communications and Branding
Doma Title Insurance, Inc.
Miami, FL

Brieann McDaniel

Owner
Title Insurance Consultants, LLC
Olney, MD

Dr Cindy A. McGovern

CEO/First Lady of Sales
Orange Leaf Consulting
San Francisco, CA

Melissa Meade

Chief Operating Officer
Allied Capital Title, LLC
Champaign, IL

Jake Nesselrodt

Director of Operations
National Title & Escrow, LLC
Dexter, MO

Emily Owens Channell

Director of Human Resources
Eagle Title
Annapolis, MD

Randy Paslay

Underwriting Director
First American Title Insurance Co
Fox Island, WA

TJ Peck

Legal Assistant, Compliance and Governance
AmTrust Title Insurance Company
New York, NY

Richard P Randall

Title Operations Manager/VP
Fidelity National Title
Lynnwood, WA

Alma Rushing NTP

Sr. Vice Pres of Escrow Operations
Orange Coast Title Company
Santa Ana, CA

Jenine Skrabak M.Ed, NTP, VCTE, VCTSA

President
Crossroads Title Agency, LLC
Palmyra, VA

Lisa Vesperman Still

VP, New England Regional Counsel
WFG National Title Insurance Company
Braintree, MA

Isidore Teitelbaum CTP

NJ Underwriting Counsel
Two Rivers Title Company, LLC
West Long Branch, NJ

Brian Tormey NTP

VP, NY State Manager of First American Direct Division
TitleVest Agency, LLC
New York, NY

Terry Valles

Managing Director VP, Title Industry Banking
MidFirst Bank
Dallas, TX

Erin S. Weber

General Manager
Reli Settlement Solutions LLC
Mc Calla, AL

Michael Weinstein

Assistant VP, Finance Division
Chicago Title
Chicago, IL

Theresa Williamson CLC

SVP, Compliance & Nat. Training
WFG National Title Insurance Company
Pace, FL

Stephanie W Windham

Partner
Beck, Owen & Murray
Griffin, GA

Gavin T Winter

President & CEO
Winter Title & Abstract Co.
Pipestone, MN

Staff

Deirdre Green

Senior Director of Professional Development
American Land Title Association
Washington, DC