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Showing 9 title insurance companies in Berkeley, CA
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AAA Berkeley Branch
1775 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703
(510) 898-7600
mwg.aaa.com
Jessica McArdle - State Farm Insurance Agent
2025 Rose St #100, Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 848-2132
insuringberkeley.com
Frank Bliss - State Farm Insurance Agent
1700 Solano Ave A, Berkeley, CA 94707
(510) 527-2000
frankbliss.org
Mike Mihrzad - State Farm Insurance Agent
2288 Fulton St UNIT 310, Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 841-6171
innerbayinsurance.com
Timothy Carter: Allstate Insurance
2489 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 649-3870
agents.allstate.com
Gary Eason - State Farm Insurance Agent
2288 Fulton St UNIT 310, Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 843-1092
garyeason.org
Sonny Randhawa - State Farm Insurance Agent
1798 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 570-3985
myagentsonny.com
Fidelity Insurance Service
801 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 548-8200
fidelityinsuranceservice.com
Old Republic Title
900 Colusa Ave Suite 206, Berkeley, CA 94707
(510) 527-4700
oldrepublictitle.com
What Does a Title Insurance Company in Berkeley Cost?
Title insurance costs in California are regulated and vary by property price. For a typical Berkeley home priced around 1 million dollars the owners policy may cost between 3000 and 5000 dollars. Lenders policies cost less usually 1000 to 2000 dollars. Costs include the title search examination and closing services. This is general information not insurance advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by agent and case complexity. This is not insurance advice — consult directly with an agent for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does title insurance cover in Berkeley California?
Title insurance protects against losses from title defects such as prior liens forgery or undisclosed heirs. In California it also covers issues like unrecorded easements and boundary disputes. The policy covers legal costs to defend your ownership rights.
How long does a title search take in California?
A standard title search in California usually takes 3 to 5 business days. Complex properties like those with multiple owners or historic status in Berkeley may require additional time. The title company examines public records for at least 60 years of history.
Is title insurance required in California real estate transactions?
California law does not require title insurance for buyers but lenders almost always require a lenders policy. Buyers can choose to purchase an owners policy for their own protection. Many real estate contracts in Berkeley include a title insurance contingency.