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The title examination process can be complicated and confusing at times, but this series can help clear things up by providing an overview of the examination process, discussing the purpose of the exam, reviewing the history of the recording systems and the Recording Acts, outlining the role of the examiner, and providing tips on useful tools and resources. Register today!
Times listed are Central Time.
Thursday, March 2, 2023
9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Rescheduled for:
Thursday, March 9, 2023
9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Chain of Title and Dealing with Encumbrances and Adverse Interests
Learn how to properly prepare for title examination. Topics include the Minnesota Marketable Title Act and its effect on title examination, running the chain of title, examining registered property, writing title opinion, preparing title commitment, and curing defects or objections.
– Barbara B. Gilmore; Old Republic National Title Insurance
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Off Record Title Considerations – Learn About Issues Beyond the Title
There are certain title-related issues that may not be self-evident in the public records or in the chain of title. The title examiner, if only focusing on the documents filed at the county, is likely to miss serious title defects that impair property use and utility and potentially open themselves up to significant malpractice or title claims. This presentation will outline real-world examples of off-record title issues and provide guidance on how to discover them, what to be aware of, and help attendees learn how to avoid issuing title opinions or title commitments that inadvertently overlook title defects.
– Chad E. Novak; Westcor Land Title Insurance Company
Friday, March 17, 2023
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Methods for Curing Title Issues
This presentation will look at corrective documents, affidavits, contract cancellations, and legal actions to cure title including an Action to Determine Adverse Claims, an Action to Determine Boundary Lines, an Action to Quiet Title, and an Action to Register Title – which to choose and how to successfully complete the proceeding.
– David J. Meyers; Rinke Noonan
Thursday, March 23, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Understanding Railroad Interests
Learn how to identify the interest owned by a railroad, how an interest may be abandoned, and the subsequent owner after the railroad loses interest. This presentation will cover railroad issues and the Marketable Title Act, and re-use of railroad right-of-ways.
– Dulcie M. Brand; Anoka County Examiner of Titles
Friday, March 24, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Effectively Handling Easements, Covenants, and Restrictions
Learn how easements, covenants, and restrictions impact real property and the examination process.
– Scott E. Helgerson; First American Title Insurance
– Jim Andersen; First American Title Insurance
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Surveys and Legal Descriptions
This presentation will help you in understanding and interpreting the U.S. Government Survey, Registered Land Surveys, Auditor’s subdivisions, and more. You will also learn how to evaluate the adequacy of the description and addressing gaps or overlaps. Finally, how to make determinations of title in light of inadequate descriptions and other issues.
– Nancy K. Landmark; Commercial Partners Title LLC
Thursday, March 30, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Digging Deeper into Mineral Rights
This presentation will address the effect of mineral reservations on title, the ownership of minerals rights, the competing rights between the surface owner and the mineral owner, the requirement of registration of severed minerals, and other aspects of mineral development in Minnesota.
– Charles (Huck) Andresen; Hanft Fride PA
$295
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Scholarships available!
Need-based scholarships are available for in-person and online seminars. For further information or to obtain a scholarship application, contact us at 800-759-8840 or customerservice@minncle.org.
This package provides 7.5 total CLE credits. Credits should be reported individually for each webcast attended, not the package as a whole.
Minnesota CLE has applied to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for the standard, ethics, and elimination of bias CLE credits as listed below. Application has been made to the Minnesota State Bar Association for any "specialist" credits and to the Supreme Court ADR Program for any continuing education in ADR credits.
Click titles for credit status and individual event codes.
How to Examine Title A to Z: Chain of Title and Dealing with Encumbrances and Adverse Interests
1.5 standard CLE credits
1.5 basic real estate specialist credits
How to Examine Title A to Z: Off Record Title Considerations – Learn About Issues Beyond the Title
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit
How to Examine Title A to Z: Methods for Curing Title Issues
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit
How to Examine Title A to Z: Understanding Railroad Interests
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit
How to Examine Title A to Z: Effectively Handling Easements, Covenants, and Restrictions
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 basic real estate specialist credit
How to Examine Title A to Z: Surveys and Legal Descriptions
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 basic real estate specialist credit
How to Examine Title A to Z: Digging Deeper into Mineral Rights
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 advanced real estate specialist credit
