Stewart Title announced the launch of Connect Close, a title production system built specifically for attorney agents.
“The launch of Connect Close represents a major milestone in Stewart’s ongoing efforts to strengthen our partnerships with attorney agents,” Fred Eppinger, Stewart CEO, said in a release. “Our commitment to the agent channel is at the core of our growth strategy and we will continue to make strategic investments while delivering technology products that enhance the shared economics of title agents, ensuring their success and long-term sustainability.”
While initially launched in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island, plans are in place to expand availability.
Connect Close features include streamlined order entry, integrated search orders, efficient document preparation, premium, taxes, and recording fee calculations, a customizable document module, advanced closing disclosure and HUD, cost-free setup, a web-based platform, and personalized one-on-one training.
“Our goal was to develop a system that not only simplifies the title production process but also empowers attorney agents with the tools they need to deliver seamless closings,” said Wade Maloney, president of SnapClose, a Stewart-owned company. “Connect Close is a reflection of our commitment to innovation and providing our partners with the best technology solutions available.”
Company leaders said that by providing a more direct, streamlined, and intuitive way to access Stewart’s services, Connect Close enhances efficiency while upholding the standards of reliability and quality that attorney agents value.
“With this launch, Stewart is reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in the real estate industry, delivering solutions that align with the evolving needs of attorney-led transactions,” said Iain Bryant, group president, agency services at Stewart. “As the industry continues to modernize, Connect Close ensures that attorney agents have access to the best tools and resources, making transactions more efficient, reliable, and user-friendly than ever before.”