Inside the Title Insurance Industry with Tayler Tibbitts

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What does it take to truly build meaningful professional relationships in real estate and beyond?

In this episode, Tayler Tibbitts, a seasoned real estate attorney and leader in the title insurance and escrow industry, shares his unconventional journey from law school to managing operations for Fidelity National Title in Idaho, providing insights into the nuances of title insurance, networking strategies, and personal growth. Tayler and Yonah also delve into the impact of social media, the challenges of working in a fast-paced industry, and how focusing on relationships, not transactions, paves the way for success.

[00:01 - 07:23] Welcome Tayler Tibbitts

• Introduction to Tayler’s journey into real estate law
• Transitioning from civil litigation to title insurance
• Developing a commercial department in Boise, Idaho

[07:24 - 14:50] Demystifying Title Insurance

• Explaining the role of title insurance and escrow in real estate transactions
• Historical evolution from attorney opinions to title insurance policies
• Why the claims rate in title insurance is uniquely low

[14:49 - 21:21] Networking with Purpose

• Tayler’s strategies for building a professional network
• The importance of adding value to relationships
• Tips on fostering connections through shared interests and trust

[21:22 - 28:17] Leveraging Social Media for Networking

• How LinkedIn fosters professional connections
• Using social media to maintain visibility and relationships
• Avoiding transactional approaches in digital outreach

[28:18 - 33:30] Lessons from Leadership

• Tayler’s biggest lessons from running a title operation
• The importance of time freedom in defining personal success
• Balancing long-term relationships with professional growth

Connect with Tayler:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylerwtibbitts/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylerwtibbitts/

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Tweetable Quotes:

"A network is great, but if you're not adding value to people's lives, it’s meaningless." – Tayler Tibbitts

"Title insurance is like any other insurance; it’s there to protect you from risks, no matter how unlikely they seem." – Tayler Tibbitts

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