Course Overview
The Title Insurance Agent Licensing Course prepares you to issue the policies that protect property owners and lenders against title defects, liens, and ownership disputes. Because title insurance is required in nearly every real estate transaction, it’s an essential part of the closing process and a steady, in-demand specialty.
This 20-hour course meets New York’s pre-licensing requirement and covers the practices and state regulations you’ll need to pass the title insurance agent exam administered through the Department of Financial Services. No prior experience is required to begin.
Pass your exam, secure a company appointment, and step into a specialty that’s part of nearly every real estate closing.
Why choose REEDC for your insurance pre-licensing education?
- 100,000+ Graduates Licensed and Employed
- Industry’s Most Flexible Schedule
- Classroom, Livestream via Zoom, and Online Self-Paced Courses Available
- Lifetime Job Placement Assistance
- Classes available in Mandarin and Spanish at Select Locations (contact us for more info)
Key Topics Covered
This 20-hour course gives you the foundation to pass the New York title insurance agent exam and start working in the field: covering title searches, the policies that protect buyers and lenders, and the state laws that govern the profession. Here’s a look at what you’ll learn.
- Title Insurance Basics
- Owner’s vs. Lender’s Policies
- Title Searches & Examination
- Property Surveys & Boundaries
- Liens, Encumbrances & Defects
- Clearing Title Issues
- The Closing Process
- Premiums & Escrow Handling
- New York Title Insurance Law
- Licensing & Company Appointments
- Underwriting & Risk
- Ethics & Producer Responsibilities
Average rating 4.2 based on 39 reviews
El H.
This recommendation is for Garry, one of the Property and Casualty Insurance Broker Pre-Licensing course instructors. He kept class interesting and fun and almost my whole class passed the exam the first time. He really seemed to care about his students and their comprehension of the material as opposed to just drilling the correct answers into us.
Jillian R.
At the time of writing this, I am about 75% done with my classes at REEDC and I am having such a great time that I felt compelled to write a review.
The instructor is very knowledgeable, funny and engaging. When you are there, you genuinely follow the material because it is taught so well.
Todd M.
I have just finished my course and exam here. I cannot say enough about this wonderful place! There is a great concern and devotion on the part of everyone there that your experience is positive and you are happy with your learning. Most impressive was the incredible effort put towards job placement, recruiting, and real world networking.
Jessie B.
The Property Casualty Insurance course was taught by Garry Smalley, a great instructor who engaged the class and made the whole experience worthwhile. Believe it or not, I remember laughing a few times in the class from some of the stories. I just got my license today! Passed on my first try, the course was more then enough if you are willing to study 1-2 hours a few nights a week
Paul L.
Just finished two weeks of classes, and I couldn’t be more pleased. The teacher, Greg is very impressive, having been in the field, and is a wealth of knowledge. He always has time to answer my many questions. I live in Brooklyn, and work in Manhattan, and if I don’t feel like coming into NY on weekends, I can go to their Brooklyn office, which works out well for me.
Susan M.
Our Title Insurance Licensing Packages
You can enroll in our title insurance course by selecting a package:
Best Value
Title Insurance Plus
$700
A value of $900+
- Title Insurance Licensing Course
- All Textbooks Included
- Expert Training by Industry Professionals
Package
Title Insurance Basic
$500
A value of $650+
- Title Insurance Licensing Course
- Expert Training by Industry Professionals
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Pre-Licensing Requirements
- Complete the 20-hour New York Title Insurance Agent pre-licensing course
- Pass the New York Title Insurance Agent licensing exam
- Submit a license application to the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) with all required fees
- Obtain a company appointment from a title insurance corporation, filed on your behalf within 15 days of your agency contract
*New York attorneys in good standing may be exempt from the course and exam — see details below.*
Who's Exempt?
Not everyone has to take the full course. If you’re a New York attorney-at-law in good standing, you may be exempt from both the pre-licensing course and the title insurance agent exam — you’ll just need to submit a certificate of good standing with your application. Anyone else entering the field has to complete the 20-hour course and pass the state exam before applying to the Department of Financial Services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a title insurance agent do?
A title insurance agent examines the history of a property’s title and issues policies that protect buyers and lenders against defects, liens, or ownership disputes. Before a sale closes, the agent conducts a title search, resolves any issues that surface, and issues the owner’s or lender’s policy that makes the transaction safe to complete.
Do I need experience or a degree to start?
No degree or prior experience is required. You’ll complete the 20-hour pre-licensing course and pass the New York title insurance agent exam to qualify. If you’re already a New York attorney in good standing, you may be exempt from both the course and the exam.
How long is the course, and how is it delivered?
The course is 20 hours, the amount New York requires for a title insurance agent license, delivered live over Zoom. Because it’s a single-line license, it’s one of the shorter insurance pre-licensing courses, so you can complete it and move toward your exam relatively quickly.
What happens after I pass the exam?
After passing, you submit your license application to the New York State Department of Financial Services with the required fees. To activate your license, a title insurance company files a company appointment on your behalf within 15 days of your agency contract.
Is this a good fit if I already work in real estate or law?
Absolutely. Title insurance sits right at the closing table, so the credential pairs naturally with careers in real estate, mortgage, or law. Many people add it to expand the services they offer, and New York attorneys in good standing can often qualify without taking the course or exam.