Old Republic Title Company

Though I’m no longer working for ORTC and am out of the business now for 8 months I will say this company is the best title and escrow company in the Bay Area. They have the highest reserves of any title company which is among the most compelling reasons to choose a title company. In the rare event that you need to use your title policy you better make sure the money is there. If I ever have the opportunity to recommend a title company in Santa Clara County, because I personally know all of the personnel, it will be Old Republic. The escrow professionals are amazing, it was so easy for me to recommend an escrow officer to my clients because they were all good. Not too many title companies proactively train their employees and undergo the rigor of ensuring they are up to date on new laws, etc. Old Republic has incredible, ethical and caring management. The title dept. is run by industry experts who KNOW THEIR STUFF.

Michelle did a fantastic job handling my client’s loan document and deed signing. She answered all of his questions and guided us through this final process before the transaction concluded. Michelle later came to my office, taught us how to read a preliminary report and provided us with invaluable information that has made me a better real estate agent. I would definitely recommend Michelle for escrow!

I did not have good experience with them. They made multiple mistakes.

I am a Realtor and have used Gloria Villegas as my escrow officer for over 20 years. I would not go anywhere else. She has a great combination of professionalism and friendliness that my clients find reassuring. She has an enormous wealth of experience. There are always back-​up people to help me (e.g. Kimberly) when she can’t take my call. She is also highly ethical, which is frequently lacking in the title /​escrow business. I plan to continue to use Gloria and ORTC for my escrows. I can recommend her.

I’ve not dealt with other people in this firm, so I can’t vouch for their service. But Sharon La Fountain is good. She gives prompt and personalized service, makes you feel at ease with the whole transaction. There’s a reason why she became the manager and VP :)

Poor services. They make mistakes and errors. My family went through a few transactions with them. We were made to feel rushed right before closing, and earlier notice is not given.

Monica and Christina are absolutely the best escrow officers I have ever worked with. They both respond to my requests promptly and with urgency. I know it’s not the case because my whole office uses them, but the attention I get from them feels like they’re only working on my files. I have never experienced any complications or missteps with Monica or Christina. They can be assured that I use them for escrow services for all my transactions. I push for the other party to use Monica and Christina as well, if the escrow company is chosen by them. Thank you Old Republic for forming the perfect team!

Please tell your loan broker, or agent to NEVER to use this title company. They are unprofessional and don’t do their homework. I wasted so much time on my re-​finance because they did not follow with the lender to make sure that everything is in place.

Jessica Coons is my escrow officer that I use and let me tell you, she is extremely professional & great on the customer service. No more days of waiting endlessly on HOLD for your escrow officer to get on the phone or stalking them to try to get them on the phone !! When your escrow closes, your closing package will come to your office by 3 PM that same day. Your buyers or sellers will have a hassle free escrow and have a their sign-​off be an absolute breeze ! It has been a REAL PLEASURE to do business with this extraordinary escrow officer and title company !! When my clients have needed things like Grant Deed and have some questions regarding the title to their homes, Jessica has assisted them without hesitation.

I have been a Realtor for about seven years now. For the 1^st year I tried several different Escrow Officers who were good. However, upon a recommendation I tried Linda Johnston at Old Republic Title Company and have been using her consistently for the last six years. Not only is she great with Escrow advice but she makes the transaction so seamlessly smooth. She explains everything very efficiently so my clients understand the process/​documents and even throws in a sense of humor. Between Linda and her Assistant, Alaina Gafvert, they keep my transactions on track! They are true professionals!!!