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77 with a title agent that can choose the best products from multiple underwriters or from a direct title underwriter that offers just their company's product. Next, how experienced is the company with bulk transactions? Do they have a dedicated group to focus on the special needs of these assets? Bulk transactions require special skills and knowledge to execute well. Also consider how large the company is: too small and they might not be able to handle the needs of a bulk transaction, but too large a company may get bogged down in bureaucratic hurdles that lengthen the process. Be sure to assess a company's state coverage capabilities. If they only work in New England, for instance, but a client has properties across the U.S., you'll need to look elsewhere. e next aspect to consider is a bit trickier to pinpoint, but both research and asking the right questions will help you discover if a certain title company has what you need. Technology gets a lot of attention and has become something of an industry buzzword, but it is particularly important for bulk title transactions. When handling multiple properties with lots of documentation, it's critical that the title company has the technology in place to not only handle such large quantities of documents, but also to streamline that information into usable data and create consolidated closing statements. Technology that is capable of this kind of streamlining frequently results in lower costs to the client and requires less time to close. Another aspect to consider in terms of technology is how that tech relates to the customer experience. Can clients access and track their transactions? Do clients receive milestone notifications? How is communication handled? Don't forget the importance of customer service in any transaction—even large ones such as these. Having one title company to handle multiple assets can make a significant difference for investors, particularly if the properties span numerous states. Although different jurisdictions mean different rules for each title, companies capable of handling bulk title transactions can make this a smooth process for investors with technology that consolidates closing statements and allows for monitoring of transactions' progress. With the right title partner, investors can have bulk transactions transferred as quickly and efficiently as possible; these are exceptional transactions, and it's critical to have a partner that treats them as such. By finding the right title company to work with, those in the real estate industry can save time and ensure better communication for their clients. Tom Huddleston is SVP and Managing Director, Head of Vylla Title Services, for Carrington Mortgage Holdings. With more than 30 years' experience in the financial services industry, Huddleston brings extensive knowledge of all aspects of the real estate continuum to Carrington Mortgage Holdings including mortgage lending operations, title and settlement management, default asset management, cash management operations, support services, product development, and product management. He can be reached at Tom. Huddleston@carringtonmh.com or 412.631.7212.