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Through our publications, seminars and other products, we strive to produce timely, valuable and practical content for title insurance agents and executives, attorney agents, in-house counsel, compliance officers, regulatory officials, underwriters of all sizes, real estate appraisers, mortgage lenders and brokers, real estate agents and attorneys, and other settlement services professionals.

06/25/2026

While some worry AI is coming for their jobs, others see it as a natural evolution—just like the microwave. You might use it to heat up water for tea, but you wouldn’t use it to cook Thanksgiving dinner!

At the 2026 National Settlement Services Summit (NS3), October Research’s Mary Schuster sat down with Ryan Ozonian (MyHome) and Adam Schlesinger (First American Data & Analytics) to debate the true cost, speed and future of AI in the real estate sector.

👉 What can’t AI replace in your business? Tune in to the full episode of the Keys to Real Estate podcast to find out: https://www.thetitlereport.com/keys-to-real-estate-ttr/what-cant-ai-replace-in-your-business-ryan-ozonian-84.aspx.

When we think of infrastructure in the real estate and title industries, we usually think of public records, wire platfo...
06/23/2026

When we think of infrastructure in the real estate and title industries, we usually think of public records, wire platforms and secure digital networks. But there’s a deeper layer that holds everything together: trust.

In her latest Tuesdays with Mary blog, October Research Chief Knowledge Officer Mary Schuster dives into why trust isn't just an abstract value—it's a critical piece of infrastructure that makes every single transaction possible.

Read the full blog here: www.thetitlereport.com/articles/tuesdays-with-mary-trust-is-infrastructure-too-97538.aspx.

Join our "Taking Ownership of Consumer Protection" webinar tomorrow, June 24, at 2 p.m. ET. Spencer Fane’s Mike Silver a...
06/23/2026

Join our "Taking Ownership of Consumer Protection" webinar tomorrow, June 24, at 2 p.m. ET. Spencer Fane’s Mike Silver and Mortgage Bankers Association’s Justin Wiseman will break down:

✔️ Today's regulatory landscape and industry implications
✔️ CFPB developments and evolving enforcement priorities
✔️ Why compliance obligations remain despite regulatory shifts
✔️ Federal vs. state oversight: key compliance considerations
✔️ Emerging risks in fair lending, debanking, and AI

Register today: https://www.doddfrankupdate.com/dfu/taking-ownership-consumer-protection.aspx.

With federal rules shifting, maintaining strong compliance standards and staying responsive to consumer concerns is more...
06/19/2026

With federal rules shifting, maintaining strong compliance standards and staying responsive to consumer concerns is more critical than ever.

Don't miss our upcoming webinar, "Taking Ownership of Consumer Protection," on Wednesday, June 24th at 2:00 p.m. ET. Our expert panel will explore how to identify potential gaps in your compliance programs and tackle emerging risks in fair lending, state oversight and AI.

Click here to register: www.doddfrankupdate.com/dfu/taking-ownership-consumer-protection.aspx.

Registration is now open for the 2026 Women's Leadership Summit (WLS).Designed for experienced and emerging leaders, WLS...
06/18/2026

Registration is now open for the 2026 Women's Leadership Summit (WLS).

Designed for experienced and emerging leaders, WLS offers two days of learning, connection and inspiration focused on helping women grow personally and professionally.

Last year, 100% of attendees said they would recommend WLS. Join us Nov. 2-3 at the Monarch Hotel and Spa in San Antonio, Texas and see first-hand why so many women return year after year.

View the agenda: https://octoberresearchwls.com/agenda and register today: https://octoberresearchwls.com/registration.

06/18/2026

🤖 "A hammer looking for a nail..." When it comes to AI in real estate, are you automating for the sake of it, or actually solving a customer problem?

In the latest episode of the Keys to Real Estate Podcast, Mary Schuster sits down with industry experts Adam Schlesinger and Ryan Ozonian live from NS3 2026. Discover why successful AI adoption must always start with the customer experience and work backward.

Watch or listen to the full episode here: https://www.thetitlereport.com/keys-to-real-estate-ttr.aspx.

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, October Research CEO & Publisher Erica Meyer stepped in as a guest blogger ...
06/17/2026

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, October Research CEO & Publisher Erica Meyer stepped in as a guest blogger for our Tuesdays with Mary blog. From tutoring inner-city youth to founding the Women’s Leadership Summit (WLS), Erica shares a personal reflection on milestones, mentorship, and empowering the next generation of professional leaders.

Read the full guest blog here: https://www.thetitlereport.com/articles/tuesdays-with-mary-countrys-250th-anniversary-a-go-97490.aspx.

AI governance is moving forward, even without comprehensive federal guidance.During "The National Impact: State Level Ch...
06/17/2026

AI governance is moving forward, even without comprehensive federal guidance.

During "The National Impact: State Level Changes Impacting the Industry" at NS3 2026, panelists discussed how states are taking an increasingly active role in regulating emerging technologies and that as AI adoption accelerates, state requirements may evolve before a broader federal framework is established.

Read more takeaways from this NS3 session: https://heyor.ca/a8Eaz1.

Thank you to Qualia for sponsoring this look back at the conversations from NS3.

Join our webinar today at 2 PM E.T., for an essential mid-year economic briefing featuring Shandor Whitcher, Economist a...
06/17/2026

Join our webinar today at 2 PM E.T., for an essential mid-year economic briefing featuring Shandor Whitcher, Economist at Moody’s Analytics!

With a master’s degree in economics from Drexel University and deep experience on Moody’s global forecasting team, Shandor specializes in breaking down complex macroeconomic trends into actionable insights. He'll be sharing his expertise on single-family housing, commercial real estate and consumer credit to help you stay ahead of the curve.

Learn more and register here: https://www.thetitlereport.com/economic-outlook-moodys-2026-ttr.aspx.

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