Take the fear out of closing by being prepared and educated on the process. Determine who will conduct your closing. Ask the person conducting your closing what to expect. Review your closing disclosure. Bring your picture ID and appropriate payment. On the day of your closing, the process will take approximately an hour. First your [...]
Buying a home is an exciting time and a great investment. The closing process is one of the most important parts but there are steps that need to be done prior to closing. Find a Lender: Visit with a lender, find out about your loan options, get pre-approved, and set a budget. Find a Realtor: [...]
Each year we love to re-organize, re-focus and start fresh when it comes to our personal and professional lives. It is always nice to have goals for the year but it is easier to accomplish them by breaking it down weekly. Each week sit down and think about what happened the previous week. Reflect on [...]
At DCA Title we are dedicated in providing prompt and courteous customer service. We know that initial interaction is important, which is why our front desk staff greet everyone with a friendly smile. Our phone calls are also answered with a smile, even though you can not see it. Smiling is not the only way [...]
Did you know that nearly half of American's do not use Antivirus Software? Some people let it expire or they have intentions of installing it but never get around to it. This opens up a door for cyber attacks, an industry that unfortunately continues to grow. Do not leave yourself vulnerable, step up your game [...]
At least once a year, DCA Title likes to get together as a team and give back to our communities. This year we worked with the United Way of Hastings and their Food 4 Kids program. The program started back in 2015 when they noticed on Friday's students didn't want to go home and when [...]
To help with social distancing, DCA Title is offering curbside closings which is a convenient option when it comes to your closing process. First a pre-sign is setup where documents are sent to you prior to your closing and a time is scheduled to explain the documents over the phone. Next, your curbside closing is [...]
The Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors received nominations from members for consideration for the 2019 Business Awards. Finalists for Business of the Year include: DCA Title Augustana (Cassia) Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A. Ed Kearney, President, of the Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce stated that just being nominated is winning. [...]
In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 virus, DCA Title are taking some precautionary steps: Cleaning and sanitizing all shared spaces and surfaces daily with appropriate germ-killing solution. Sanitizing closing room spaces after every closing transaction (table, chairs, door handles, etc.). Avoiding skin to skin contact such as shaking hands. Limiting the amount [...]
DCA Title takes pride in its customers, employees and community. Our mission is to provide prompt, accurate and courteous customer service as well as delivering fair and ethical treatment to all. Missions statements may seem silly but they are important and are not only important at a job but also for a family. It gives [...]
