Symposium News

Title Examination Symposium
...including cold case investigations.

October 21-22, 2010 Richmond Marriott
6.0 Hours of CE/CLE Credits!
(pending approval)

"VLTA Nightly News" of abstracting!  Attendees will learn the investigative techniques of abstracting and REAL LIFE "cold case" claim files caused by abstracting errors. AGENTS: Learn how to reduce your liability, reduce claims and increase the value of your title insurance product.  This is a must attendance for all agency owners, staff and abstractors!

REGISTER NOW!

Register August 26-September 26
DISCOUNT
September 27-October 7
FULL PRICE
October 7, 2010
Last Chance to Register

SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES

RESPA Corner

RESPA Update! Check out the UPDATED RESPA Rule FAQs. CLICK HERE.

BOI FAQs on RESPA Do you have questions about how simultaneous issue rates should be shown on the new HUD 1, then you should review the (BOI) FAQs found here.

Can YOU Exempt CE?

The Virginia Insurance Continuing Education Board has in place the opportunity to apply for Continuing Education Exemption. In the April 2010 edition of the Agent Information Handbook, you can now apply for CE exemption if you are age 65 AND 20 years licensed. Click here to download the form!

Member Discount Programs
VLTA is shopping and everyone likes a discount.

Associate Members support VLTA and the industry on many levels and are encouraged to contact VLTA to discuss a program that will be mutually beneficial to all. Members, don't forget to offer your business to those supporting your profession.

Check out our current discount programs!

MEMBER ALERT!

In the near future, a Membership Directory will be available both in print and online. It's important to VLTA that your contact information is correct.  Please be sure you update your profile to ensure your company's data is accurate. You can opt out of appearing in the directory by logging into your profile and checking "No" to the directory question. If you have forgotten your login or password, please email us and we will be happy to provide you with that information.

Breaking News

Membership Sale!

• 15 for 12 Membership Sale! If you aren't a member of VLTA, sign-up anytime from October 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010 and get 15 months of membership for the price of 12!  That means your membership will expire on December 31, 2011.  It's a DEAL!
  
• Members Only Beginning October 1, 2010 you can earn some extra spending money by sharing your passion for VLTA with your friends and colleagues. Check out our 15 for 12 Membership Rewards program! Click here to learn more and participate!

Call for Speaker/Presentations VLTA extends an invitation to submit a proposal for the 2011 Annual Convention! Click here to read the full RFP. Deadline to submit: September 30, 2010

Need CREDITS? Check out our upcoming Audio Conferences. Buy 3, Get 1 Half Price!

Are you a title insurance professional with questions or information to share? Check out The Title Web forums! (You can also click on the TTW logo at the top of the page.)

Save the Dates! Check out the dates for upcoming VLTA events here! We look forward to seeing you this year!

VLTA Online Need credits but don't have time to travel to a classroom setting? Check out VLTA's NEW Online courses!

Members-Only Education Credit Discount Get a head start on credits! Buy one course, get one half off! Click here for more details and to purchase your courses TODAY!

New Underwriter and Associate/Abstractor Member Benefits

Put This Explanation on Your Website

VLTA members get a special discount!
Annual License Fee....$497 (with $100 VLTA Member Discount.)
Click on Learn More above to get your VLTA Discount Code.

Title Agency ALERT!

This video (customized with your business details) will give your website a level of professional content and engagement that few of your competitors offer. It not only educates the consumer about your product, but it also promotes your agency! The results: more search engine traffic, more time spent on your site, and more revenue!

Annual subscription fee includes customization and professional video-hosting.
• Includes professional video-hosting. No long term contract; cancel at any time for prorated refund.
• Customization to reflect your agency.
• This is not only affordable, but a form of promotion that can be duplicated in numerous places with no additional costs or fees.
• This investment can serve so many purposes in promoting your company with a You Tube like clip.

Associate Member Alert!
Get highlighted in VLTA's Examiner!

Associate Members take advantage of your membership and the ongoing opportunity to educate members on your services or products.

Submissions should be from an educational point of view and not advertising your company....your byline will advertise your company! Submissions should include a short bio and head shot photo (jpeg file format) of the author. Articles should be submitted in MS Word format not to exceed 1000 words.

Did you know that your Associate Membership includes:

• a year-long subscription to the Examiner;
• discounted registration to all Virginia Land Title Association events and meetings;
• opportunities to sponsor and exhibit at VLTA's Annual Convention and Fall symposium;
• 50% off a banner ad on the VLTA website and a FREE listing on the website and in the Examiner;
• and access to the members only side of the website and more!