Commercial Title Examiner - Michigan (Remote)

First American•Usa, MI

3d•Remote

About The Position

First American’s GO Title division provides global title and escrow production support across the company’s Mortgage Services, Commercial, Direct, and Agency divisions. The Commercial Title Examiner supports large-scale real estate transactions, from office buildings to multi-property portfolios, by analyzing public records, verifying ownership, and identifying potential title issues. The role collaborates with underwriters, clients, and internal partners to help transactions close smoothly and securely. The position manages commercial title projects of varying complexity, searches and examines records across counties and jurisdictions, reviews legal property descriptions and public records, and prepares title commitments and reports. The position is remote and pays $26.88–$35.82 per hour. First American describes its culture as inclusive and people-first. Eligible employees may receive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO/paid sick leave, an employee stock purchase plan, and other benefits.

Requirements

At least 3 years of directly related commercial title insurance experience in title searching, examining, and writing commitments.
Understanding of relevant legal and real estate terminology.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat/Pro, internet tools, and property data platforms, with the ability to learn company systems.
Ability to analyze complex information and solve problems independently.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, detail-driven, paperless environment.
Clear, professional communication and a customer service mindset.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Manage projects ranging in complexity from single-property to multi-property commercial transactions.
Search, examine, and connect data across counties and jurisdictions.
Read, interpret, and plot legal property descriptions.
Review and analyze public records, including leases, subleases, deeds, liens, and easements, to determine ownership and title-related restrictions.
Summarize findings and prepare title commitments and reports accurately and clearly.
Research and document discrepancies or missing information and work to resolve them.
Collaborate with underwriters and internal partners to support accuracy and efficiency in the title process.