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FEATURE STORY | Partners In Profile

by katie agness

As one of the largest real estate services companies in the industry, Stewart Title is committed to making all transactions as smooth and seamless as possible while striving to ensure all customers and partners have the best experience possible.

“Whether we’re working on a residential or commercial transaction, or with a home buyer, seller or service provider, we approach every transaction with unmatched underwriting expertise and our policies are backed by a century of financial strength,” says Gaye Pierce, executive vice president and senior operations manager for Stewart Title.

Founded in Galveston, TX, in 1893, Stewart Title provides an array of residential resale, lending, commercial, development and home building services. With deep roots in Texas, Stewart Title has eight locations strategically located throughout the Austin area to serve its clients and partners.

One way Stewart Title has remained committed to quality service is through an unwavering focus on its real estate agent partners. “We focus on our partners’ needs and concerns and are committed to making every experi-

ence the best it can be, not only during transactions,but throughout all our interactions with you,” Piercesays. “We invest in technology, provide education andtraining, streamline processes and provide guidanceto make you stronger, help you succeed and make youlook good to your customers.”

Stewart Title recognizes that buying or selling ahome is a big decision and is ready to answer any andall questions for clients while providing valuable guidancethroughout the process. “Whether it’s your firsttime or the 50th time to purchase or sell real estate,we offer homebuyer and home seller title services thatinclude step-by-step guides, insurance products andinsights that help you make the most of your investment,”Pierce says.

One way Stewart Title achieves such a close workingrelationship with its partners and clients is througha Customer360 mindset, which defines what everyoneinvolved in the transaction can expect. “We make sureto keep all parties up-to-date throughout the transaction,and when questions arise during the process, you cancount on our team to get the answers you need ASAP,”Pierce says. “A personal, inviting welcome awaits you atour Stewart Title offices. Our associates take great care to personalize each interaction. From displayingwelcome signs to providing closing-room treats, our objective is always the same: to make your clients feelat home.”

In addition to personalized, attentive service, Stewart Title is leading the way in technology. “We canaccommodate your closings, from in-person and drive-thru to fully digital closings with remote onlinenotarization,” Pierce says.

With over a century of proven expertise in the title insurance and real estate services industry, StewartTitle’s longevity has been made possible through its people and experience. “Our team is the best in theindustry and makes sure transactions are handled smoothly and professionally, and with the highest levelof local market expertise,” Pierce says.