Stewart Title Launches Connect Close, a Premier Title Production System for Attorney Agents
Stewart Title has launched Connect Close, a next-generation title production system specifically designed for attorney agents, currently available in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The system aims to streamline and simplify title processing while maintaining efficiency and accuracy.
Connect Close features include streamlined order entry, integrated search orders, efficient document preparation, premium calculations, taxes and recording fee calculations, a customizable document module, advanced closing disclosure and HUD, cost-free setup, a web-based platform, and personalized training.
The launch is part of Stewart's strategic investment in strengthening partnerships with attorney agents and delivering technology solutions to enhance productivity in attorney-led real estate transactions. The company plans to expand the system's availability beyond the initial three states.
Stewart Title ha lanciato Connect Close, un sistema di produzione dei titoli di nuova generazione specificamente progettato per agenti legali, attualmente disponibile in Connecticut, Massachusetts e Rhode Island. Il sistema ha l'obiettivo di semplificare e rendere più efficiente l'elaborazione dei titoli, mantenendo al tempo stesso accuratezza ed efficienza.
Le funzionalità di Connect Close includono un'inserimento degli ordini ottimizzato, ordini di ricerca integrati, preparazione documentale efficiente, calcoli per premi, tasse e spese di registrazione, un modulo documentale personalizzabile, divulgazione avanzata per la chiusura e HUD, configurazione senza costi, una piattaforma web e formazione personalizzata.
Il lancio fa parte dell'investimento strategico di Stewart per rafforzare le partnership con gli agenti legali e offrire soluzioni tecnologiche che migliorino la produttività nelle transazioni immobiliari guidate dagli avvocati. L'azienda prevede di espandere la disponibilità del sistema oltre i primi tre stati.
Stewart Title ha lanzado Connect Close, un sistema de producción de títulos de nueva generación específicamente diseñado para agentes legales, actualmente disponible en Connecticut, Massachusetts y Rhode Island. El sistema tiene como objetivo simplificar y hacer más eficiente el procesamiento de títulos, manteniendo al mismo tiempo precisión y eficiencia.
Las características de Connect Close incluyen ingreso de pedidos simplificado, órdenes de búsqueda integradas, preparación de documentos eficiente, cálculos de primas, impuestos y tarifas de registro, un módulo de documentos personalizable, divulgación avanzada de cierre y HUD, configuración sin costo, una plataforma basada en la web y capacitación personalizada.
El lanzamiento es parte de la inversión estratégica de Stewart en fortalecer las asociaciones con agentes legales y ofrecer soluciones tecnológicas para mejorar la productividad en transacciones inmobiliarias lideradas por abogados. La empresa planea expandir la disponibilidad del sistema más allá de los tres estados iniciales.
스튜어트 타이틀이 변호사 대리인을 위해 특별히 설계된 차세대 타이틀 제작 시스템 커넥트 클로즈를 출시했습니다. 현재 코네티컷, 매사추세츠 및 로드아일랜드에서 사용할 수 있습니다. 이 시스템은 타이틀 처리를 간소화하고 효율성과 정확성을 유지하는 것을 목표로 합니다.
커넥트 클로즈의 기능에는 간소화된 주문 입력, 통합 검색 주문, 효율적인 문서 준비, 프리미엄 계산, 세금 및 등록 수수료 계산, 맞춤형 문서 모듈, 고급 폐쇄 공개 및 HUD, 무료 설정, 웹 기반 플랫폼 및 맞춤형 교육이 포함됩니다.
이번 출시 는 변호사 대리인과의 파트너십을 강화하고 변호사가 이끄는 부동산 거래에서 생산성을 높이는 기술 솔루션을 제공하기 위한 스튜어트의 전략적 투자 일환입니다. 회사는 시스템의 가용성을 최초 3개 주를 넘어 확대할 계획입니다.
Stewart Title a lancé Connect Close, un système de production de titres de nouvelle génération spécialement conçu pour les agents d'avocats, actuellement disponible au Connecticut, dans le Massachusetts et à Rhode Island. Le système vise à simplifier et à rationaliser le traitement des titres tout en maintenant l'efficacité et la précision.
Les fonctionnalités de Connect Close incluent une saisie de commande rationalisée, des commandes de recherche intégrées, une préparation de documents efficace, des calculs de primes, des calculs de taxes et de frais d'enregistrement, un module de documents personnalisable, une divulgation de clôture avancée et un HUD, une configuration sans frais, une plateforme basée sur le Web et une formation personnalisée.
Le lancement s'inscrit dans le cadre de l'investissement stratégique de Stewart pour renforcer les partenariats avec les agents d'avocats et fournir des solutions technologiques pour améliorer la productivité dans les transactions immobilières dirigées par des avocats. L'entreprise prévoit d'élargir la disponibilité du système au-delà des trois États initiaux.
Stewart Title hat Connect Close gestartet, ein System zur Titelerstellung der nächsten Generation, das speziell für Anwaltvertreter entwickelt wurde und derzeit in Connecticut, Massachusetts und Rhode Island verfügbar ist. Das System zielt darauf ab, die Titelverarbeitung zu optimieren und zu vereinfachen, während Effizienz und Genauigkeit gewahrt bleiben.
Zu den Funktionen von Connect Close gehören ein vereinfachter Bestellprozess, integrierte Suchbestellungen, effiziente Dokumentenvorbereitung, Prämienberechnungen, Steuer- und Eintragungsgebührenberechnungen, ein anpassbares Dokumentenmodul, erweiterte Abschlussoffenlegungen und HUD, kostenfreie Einrichtung, eine webbasierte Plattform und persönliche Schulungen.
Die Einführung ist Teil von Stewarts strategischer Investition zur Stärkung der Partnerschaften mit Anwaltvertretern und zur Bereitstellung von technologische Lösungen zur Steigerung der Produktivität bei von Anwälten geführten Immobiliengeschäften. Das Unternehmen plant, die Verfügbarkeit des Systems über die drei anfänglichen Bundesstaaten hinaus zu erweitern.
- Launch of new technology platform enhancing operational efficiency
- Cost-free setup for attorney agents
- Strategic expansion of service offerings in the Agent channel
- Web-based platform reducing infrastructure requirements
- initial availability to only three states
Insights
The launch of Connect Close signals a strategic pivot in Stewart Title's competitive positioning within the $23 billion title insurance market. This technology investment addresses several critical market dynamics:
1. Strategic Channel Enhancement: Attorney agents represent a significant revenue stream in the northeastern states, particularly in attorney-mandated closing states like Massachusetts. By prioritizing this channel with dedicated technology, Stewart is positioning to capture market share in a region where attorney agents dominate the closing process.
2. Operational Efficiency: The platform's comprehensive feature set targeting specific pain points in title production workflow could significantly reduce processing time and costs. Key differentiators include:
- Automated premium calculations and fee processing
- Integrated search capabilities reducing manual data entry
- Web-based architecture eliminating infrastructure costs
3. Market Timing: This launch aligns with the industry's accelerated digital transformation, particularly relevant as real estate transactions increasingly demand faster, more efficient processing. The cost-free setup and included training remove adoption barriers, potentially accelerating market penetration.
4. Competitive Advantage: By developing a purpose-built system for attorney agents rather than adapting generic solutions, Stewart is creating switching costs and deeper channel relationships. This could lead to increased agent retention and market share growth in the target regions.
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“The launch of Connect Close represents a major milestone in Stewart’s ongoing efforts to strengthen our partnerships with attorney agents,” said Fred Eppinger, Stewart CEO. “Our commitment to the Agent channel is at the core of our growth strategy and we will continue to make strategic investments while delivering technology products that enhance the shared economics of title agents, ensuring their success and long-term sustainability.”
By providing a more direct, streamlined, and intuitive way to access Stewart’s unmatched, premier services, Connect Close enhances efficiency while upholding the high standards of reliability and quality that attorney agents value.
“Our goal was to develop a system that not only simplifies the title production process but also empowers attorney agents with the tools they need to deliver seamless closings,” said Wade Maloney, President, SnapClose, a Stewart-owned company. “Connect Close is a reflection of our commitment to innovation and providing our partners with the best technology solutions available.”
While initially launched in three states (CT, MA and RI), plans are in place to expand availability. Designed for unmatched ease of use, Connect Close features include streamlined order entry, integrated search orders, efficient document preparation, premium, taxes, and recording fee calculations, a customizable document module, advanced closing disclosure and HUD, cost-free setup, a web-based platform, and personalized one-on-one training.
“With this launch, Stewart is reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in the real estate industry, delivering solutions that align with the evolving needs of attorney-led transactions,” said Iain Bryant, Group President, Agency Services. “As the industry continues to modernize, Connect Close ensures that attorney agents have access to the best tools and resources, making transactions more efficient, reliable, and user-friendly than ever before.”
For more information about Connect Close, existing customers can contact their Agency Representative or visit Stewart’s website to connect with a representative.
About Stewart
Stewart (NYSE-STC) is a global real estate services company, offering products and services through our direct operations, network of Stewart Trusted Providers™ and family of companies. From residential and commercial title insurance and closing and settlement services to specialized offerings for the mortgage and real estate industries, we offer the comprehensive service, deep expertise and solutions our customers need for any real estate transaction. At Stewart, we are dedicated to becoming the premier title services company and we are committed to doing so by partnering with our customers to create mutual success. Learn more at stewart.com.
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John Chattaway, Stewart Media Relations
(713) 625-8180; mediarelations@stewart.com
Source: Stewart Information Services Corporation
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