Russel Gonzales and Brooke Turner smile while holding a check, standing in front of an Aransas County Title sign. The image highlights their participation in the Crime Watch Program.

Texas Title Agent Spots Red Flags, Stops Dubious Deal

Aransas County Title recently stopped a fraudster cold and became the latest Alliant National Crime Watch recipient By Adam Mohrbacher In the title industry, transaction security can never be secondary. When critical details are overlooked or due diligence is skipped, there can be real consequences for real people. It is for those reasons and more that Alliant National created its …

A businesswoman in a suit and sunglasses walks confidently with a briefcase, followed by faded shadow versions of herself—illustrating the concept of an "IT Shadow" and unseen or duplicative activity in the business world.

Do You Have A Shadow IT Problem? Here’s Why You Need A Plan

Even when there is no malicious intent, unsanctioned applications can cause major problems for your agency By Bryan Johnson, IT Director, Alliant National Title Insurance Company Have you heard of shadow IT? The term conjures images of masked criminals poking around on your server or installing dangerous devices. Yet shadow IT is usually more mundane, referring to applications installed without …

Documents labeled 'Geographic Targeting Orders' and 'FinCEN Final Real Estate Report Rule' surrounded by floating music notes and sheet music, suggesting a creative or lighthearted take on a regulatory topic

Ready or Not: Preparing for the FinCEN Final Rule

By Elyce Schweitzer, Esq., Regulatory Compliance Officer, Alliant National; andValerie J. Grandin, Esq., Sr. Underwriting Counsel Florida and Vice President, Alliant National Here’s a riddle for the title insurance and real estate industries: what does Dolly Parton’s song, “Here You Come Again” have to do with FinCEN, its Geographic Targeting Orders (GTOs), and its Final Real Estate Report Rule (Final …

Eagle-Eyed Title Pro Spots Fraud And Takes Action

Here’s how Ellis County Title became Alliant National’s latest Crime Watch award winner For Chelsa Holder, Director of Escrow Operations for Ellis County Title Company, something felt “off.” The seasoned title professional was working with a seller’s son on a transaction. The son had submitted a Power of Attorney (POA) to authorize the property’s sale. His pushy behavior, however, had …

Promotional graphic for the Crime Watch Program on a blue background with orange stars. Left: Portrait of Natia Johnson, labeled “First International Title, Hunters Creek.” Right: Photo of Jean Thomas (Tropics Title) excitedly receiving a document from Tracy Pace, Alliant National South Florida Agency Manager, in a restaurant setting.

Two Alliant National Agents Take the Fight To Fraudsters

Alliant National agents are proving to be a valuable vanguard against real estate crime Although 2025 is barely a quarter old, independent agents have already been hard at work detecting, deterring and preventing fraudulent activity. At Alliant National, we’re proud to support these anti-fraud efforts through our Crime Watch program, which incentivizes agents with $1,000 rewards to be extra vigilant …

What What Should You Expect For Multi-Factor Authentication In 2025 And BeyondWhat

For over 15 years, multi-factor authentication (MFA) has played a critical role in how businesses operate securely online. The rise of cloud computing, social media, and mobile apps has made MFA essential for many companies—particularly in regulated industries. However, despite its importance, many users find MFA cumbersome due to its reliance on SMS text or authentication apps. The good news …