Dawn Moore

Allegiance Title's Tip of the Week

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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!

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Dawn Moore

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News

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www.allegiancetitle.com

Latest episode

Jul 2, 2026

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Episodes

Limitations on fees charged by Property Owners Association 02.11.2023

Today, Dawn points to the law that limits fees charged by POA and how to save your client money.

Happy Halloween from Allegiance Title! 27.10.2023

Today, Dawn and Blair share scary stories from the closing table.

Untraditional Transactions and Risks 19.10.2023

Today, Blair explains the risks of subject to’s and assumption loans for all parties involved. 

2023 Tax Statements Contingent on November Tax Relief Bill 12.10.2023

Today, Blair talks about what the November Tax Bill means for taxes collected on closing statements.  

Title Commitment Exceptions and To What can a Buyer object. 28.09.2023

Today, Dawn explains how the promulgated contracts affect to what a buyer may object and process for curing such defects.

Title commitments and what to look for. 21.09.2023

Today, Dawn shares the basics of what to look for in a title commitment. 

Buyer Fraud 14.09.2023

Today, Dawn talks about how a fraudster profits from pretending to be a viable buyer. 

Seller Fraud- What part does the agent play in the scheme. 07.09.2023

Today, Dawn discusses necessity of verifying Seller’s identity.

Differing interpretations under the contract leading to different outcomes. 24.08.2023

Today, Dawn points out a particular provision of the contract that warrants some clarification when drafting the contract.

Recent legislative changes to the MUD statute. 17.08.2023

Today, Dawn explains the recent changes and reiterates that notices are still required. 

2023 Property Tax Relief Bill and vote in November 10.08.2023

Today, Dawn discusses the impact of a positive vote in November on tax prorations at closing.

MUDs and other districts under the Texas Water Code 03.08.2023

Today, Blair talks about the Notice to Purchasers required under Title 4 of the Texas Water Code.   

Seller’s Disclosure Notices- What to know. 27.07.2023

Today, Dawn discusses whether a Seller’s Disclosure Notice is required on a residential property that is being sold for lot value. 

2023 Texas Tax Relief Bill 20.07.2023

Today, Blair explains the proposed Texas Tax Relief Bill and how to prepare for this bill being passed this year.   

Assumption loans – What you need to know 13.07.2023

Today, Blair discusses assumptions loans and the additional steps needed to insure these types of loans.

Commission splits and what governs. 06.07.2023

Today, Dawn provides a reminder on how commission splits are set and how they can be changed.

Happy 4th of July from Allegiance Title. 29.06.2023

Today, Dawn and Blair share thoughts about the meaning of July 4th.

Delivery timing - Amendment vis a vis Notice of Termination 15.06.2023

Today, Dawn discusses the impact when an amendment is delivered simultaneously with a notice of termination of contract.

Powers of Attorney in Real Estate Transactions 08.06.2023

Today, Blair discusses the different Powers of Attorney used in Texas real estate transactions.

Repair credit vs. Seller obligation under Seller Temporary Residential Lease. 01.06.2023

Today, Dawn addresses what issue arises when a repair credit is given at closing and Seller’s obligation under a leaseback.

Back Tax Bills 25.05.2023

Today, Blair clarifies what back taxes are and how they can be assessed.

Happy Mother’s Day from Blair Raggio and Dawn Moore 11.05.2023

Today, the mother-daughter team wish you a very Happy Mother’s Day!

Central Appraisal District’s appraised value vs. appraisal cap 04.05.2023

Today, Dawn explains the difference between the Central Appraisal District’s appraised value and appraisal cap.

What does a Seller do if a Buyer terminates a contract under the option period but there is no option fee deposited with the title company? 27.04.2023

Today, Blair stresses that the option fee and earnest money need to be delivered within the time period required under the contract. 

Reminders about how the Addendum for Sale of Other Property by Buyer and its kick out provisions works 20.04.2023

Today, Dawn provides valuable insight as to the use of the Addendum for Sale of Other Property by Buyer and why we may see more of it.

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