Allegiance Title's Tip of the Week
Every other week, Blair Raggio releases a video and podcast discussing issues current to the real estate market. If you have a topic you'd like covered, email us at tipoftheweek@allegiancetitle.com. We'd love to hear from you! For more information on Allegiance Title Company, visit our website at www.allegiancetitle.com. We are Your Trusted Resource for Results!
Episodes
238 episodes
Earnest Money & Option Fee Deadlines Under TREC Contracts
Today, Blair discusses the true 11:59 PM deadline for earnest money and option fee delivery and what really happens if either is delivered late under TREC rules.
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3:42
Texas Title Insurance Rates Decrease March 1st, 2026
Today, Blair discusses the upcoming 6.2% decrease in Texas title insurance rates and what it means for consumer savings.
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1:53
New FinCEN Reporting Rule – What Agents Need to Know
Today, Blair discusses a new FinCEN rule requiring reporting of certain non‑financed residential transfers to entities or trusts starting March 1, 2026.
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3:12
Understanding Agency Law After the End of Subagency in Texas
Today, Blair discusses how the end of subagency changes agency roles, disclosures, and best practices for staying compliant in Texas.
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5:23
MLS Policy Changes
Today Blair discusses that NAR is putting policy making for MLS back into the local MLSs’ hands.
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3:11
Happy New Year!
Wishing everyone a year filled with confidence, momentum, and success in every endeavor.
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1:38
The AI Listing Advantage
Today, Blair discusses how ChatGPT’s Zillow integration is reshaping listing visibility and why keyword‑rich public remarks now matter more than ever.
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3:23
Claiming Your Spot in AI Search Results
Today, Blair explains how AI tools decide which agents appear in searches and why your profile must be on key sites to stay visible in 2026.
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2:55
Happy Thanksgiving!
We’re truly grateful for each and every one of you, and we wish you a wonderful holiday.
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1:38
AI and Agent Visibility: Why Your Bio Matters More Than Ever
Today, Blair discusses how AI is transforming the way people find real estate agents and why optimizing your bio on all platforms is now critical for showing up in AI-generated answers.
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3:13
Texas Senate Bill 140: Telephone Solicitation Rules
Today, Blair discusses Senate Bill 140, a new Texas law that changes how real estate professionals can contact clients.
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3:44
Protecting Property Owners from Fraudulent Memorandums of Contract
Today Blair discusses House Bill 4063, a new Texas law that protects homeowners from fraudulent memorandums of contract.
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3:17
Days allowed for Delayed Marketing Exempt Listings
Today, Blair breaks down a critical update to the MLS policy regarding Delayed Marketing and Exempt Listings.
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2:43
Texas Senate Bill 17: New Property Restrictions
Today, Blair discusses Texas Senate Bill 17 and who are prohibited from buying real property interests in Texas.
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2:54
Subagency in Texas
Today, Blair dives into the removal of subagency in Texas as of January 1, 2026.
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4:10
Seller Leaseback Terms
Today, Blair explains what the Buyers can do on a property after closing when the Seller has a leaseback in place.
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2:27
More Homes on the Market Act
Today, Blair explains a bill that may help homeowners feel more confident about selling their homes.
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2:19
Texas Strong
Today, Blair takes a moment to acknowledge the grief and the power of people helping people amongst the devastating floods in Kerr County.
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1:51
Happy 4th of July!
Today, Blair wishes you a safe and happy Independence Day from Allegiance Title.
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1:34
Listing Agents Showing Unrepresented Buyers
Today, Blair discusses the best practices for listing agents to show their listings to unrepresented Buyers.
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2:35
Texas Realtors Showing Agreement
Today, Blair explains the new Texas Realtors Showing Agreement coming soon.
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Objections to a Title Commitment Under the TREC Contract
Today, Blair discusses how objections can protect the Buyer and create any minor drawbacks.
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