Don't let the transaction fall apart! Head off problems before they cause issues. Order today to learn specific techniques for recognizing title problems and learn what types of problems to expect at different stages of the transaction.

1. Analyze Vital Components of the Purchase Agreement
2. Manage the Insured's Closing
3. Understand the Intricacies of Title Insurance
4. Solve Problems With Residential and Commercial Title Examinations
5. Examine Ethical Considerations in Real Estate Title Law
6. Troubleshoot Common Title Problems

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1. ANALYZE VITAL COMPONENTS OF THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT
   9:00 - 10:00, Written by Daniel S. Carusi. Presented by Daniel S. Carusi in Miami and West Palm Beach.
   1. Residential Agreements
      1. Inspect Any Title Contingencies
      2. What a Survey Contingency Could Mean
      3. Typical Forms and Clauses to Expect
   2. Commercial Agreements
      1. The Risk Involved in a Title Contingency
      2. Why Conflicts Surround the Survey Contingency
      3. Know What Forms and Clauses to Expect
2. MANAGE THE INSURED'S CLOSING
   10:15 - 11:15, Written by Daniel S. Carusi. Presented by Daniel S. Carusi in Miami and West Palm Beach.
3. UNDERSTAND THE INTRICACIES OF TITLE INSURANCE
   11:15 - 12:15, Written by Daniel S. Carusi. Presented by Daniel S. Carusi in Miami and West Palm Beach.
   1. What Control the Government Has Over Title Insurance
   2. Owner's Policy
      1. Know What's Insured - and Not Insured
      2. What is a "Marketable Title?"
      3. Determine What is Excluded and Special Exceptions
      4. Who is Covered: Heirs, Assigns, Trustees?
      5. Sort Through the Coverage Amount - and Exceptions
   3. Spot Defects in the Seller's Policy
   4. Know What Could Mean Trouble in a Lender's Policy
   5. Common Obstacles with American Land Title Association (ALTA) Policies
4. SOLVE PROBLEMS WITH RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL TITLE EXAMINATIONS
   1:15 - 2:15, Written by Ronald G. Klein. Presented by Ronald G. Klein in Miami and Robert A. Goldman in West Palm Beach.
   1. Insider's Tips for Recognizing Defects
   2. Stay on Top of the Survey Review
   3. Acceptable Forms of Opinion Letters and Checklists
   4. Forms, Practice Pointers and Procedures That Will Prepare You For Almost Anything
   5. Examination Issues That Can Sneak Up on You
5. EXAMINE ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN REAL ESTATE TITLE LAW
   2:15 - 3:15, Written by Michael Rothman. Presented by Michael Rothman in Miami and West Palm Beach.
   1. Factors That Impact the Attorney-Client Relationship
   2. Where Conflicts of Interest Typically Arise
   3. Duties of Competence and Diligence Defined
   4. Your Obligation to Disclose Defects in Property
   5. Your Special Responsibilities to Sellers and Borrowers
6. TROUBLESHOOT COMMON TITLE PROBLEMS
   3:30 - 4:30, Written by Michael Rothman. Presented by Michael Rothman in Miami and West Palm Beach.
   1. Procedures Involved in Filing a Quiet Title Suit
   2. Steer Clear of Problems with Party Wall and Other Party Agreements
   3. Monetary Settlement and Escrow Agreements: Your Available Options

DANIEL S. CARUSI is an attorney in Fort Lauderdale practicing in real estate law and related areas. Mr. Carusi earned his A.B. degree in political science from Brown University and his J.D. degree from the University of Miami. He is a member of the Attorney's Title Insurance Fund, Inc.; The Florida Bar (member, Real Estate and Probate Section); and the Broward Attorneys Real Estate Council. Mr. Carusi has handled more than 1000 closings and is a previous lecturer in his areas of expertise. (Miami and West Palm Beach locations)

ROBERT A. GOLDMAN is a partner with the law firm of Fox, Wackeen, Dungey, Beard, Sobel, Bush & McCluskey, L.L.P., where he practices in commercial litigation, construction and real property litigation, and foreclosure. He handles all levels of mortgage foreclosures, statutory lien foreclosures, community association lien foreclosures, construction lien foreclosures and judgment lien foreclosures. Mr. Goldman has previously lectured on mortgage and lien foreclosure topics, and practices in multiple circuits spanning much of the state. Mr. Goldman earned his B.A. and J.D. degrees, with honors, from the University of Florida, and is a member of the Martin County and American bar associations, as well as The Florida Bar. (West Palm Beach location)

RONALD G. KLEIN is a shareholder with the Florida law firm of Klein and Fortune, P.A., where his areas of practice include corporate and commercial real estate, residential real estate, landlord and tenant law, probate, and commercial litigation. He has spoken to the Miami Board of Realtors and Fidelity National Title Insurance Company on issues related to real estate law, and is a previous author and lecturer for National Business Institute. Mr. Klein is a member of The Florida Bar (member, Real Property, Probate Trust Law and Corporate Law sections). He earned his B.B.A. degree from the University of Miami, his M.S.M. degree from Florida International University and his J.D. degree, cum laude, from Nova University. (Miami location)

MICHAEL ROTHMAN is a shareholder in the law office of Rothman & Tobin, P.A., where he practices in the areas of real property litigation, title insurance defense litigation, real estate closings with emphasis on land acquisition and development, new construction closings, and probate. Rothman & Tobin, P.A. maintains offices in Miami and Coral Springs, Florida. He has been a presenter at The Fund Assembly, is a past instructor at the Institute of Paralegal Training, and has lectured for the Florida Land Title Association. Mr. Rothman is a member of the FLTA, and the Miami-Dade County and Federal bar associations. He is a certified Circuit Court Mediator and received his certification in residential mortgage foreclosure mediation. He earned his B.A. degree from the State University of New York at Albany and his J.D. degree from the University of Miami School of Law. (Miami and West Palm Beach locations)

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