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Old Republic Title Insurance Group
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Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
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Public
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1900
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Old Republic Title Insurance Group is a U.S. title insurance underwriter and settlement services provider operating as a core subsidiary of Old Republic International Corporation (NYSE: ORI), a Fortune 500 holding company with $29 billion in assets. The company has been in operation for over a century and delivers title insurance policies (owner's and lender's), escrow and settlement services, 1031 exchange Qualified Intermediary services, and commercial title services to homeowners, real estate professionals, mortgage lenders, commercial developers, and authorized title agents across all 50 states and Washington D.C.

The company's product portfolio is anchored by core title insurance and escrow services, extended through a technology platform that includes StarsLink (an exclusive agent portal), AgencyDriven (agent workflow platform), EscrowPro (centralized funding), Digital Closing (e-signature and remote settlement), a Rate Calculator, and a TRID Closing Calendar. The most recent capability additions include a FinCEN Residential Real Estate Reporting System integrated ahead of the March 1, 2026 regulatory effective date and a new excess-of-loss reinsurance agreement enabling larger commercial underwriting. The company also operates adjacent subsidiaries such as Old Republic Exchange (1031 exchanges) and, as of Q1 2026, the newly formed Old Republic Property (selective property insurance).

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time title insurance premiums at closing, transaction-based escrow and settlement fees, 1031 exchange fees, and commercial title service fees. Distribution runs through a hybrid model combining company-owned offices nationwide with an authorized independent title agent network, complemented by lender partnerships, real estate professional referrals, and direct website services. Underwriting is supported by an in-house bench of state managers, underwriting counsel, and claims professionals, with A+ (Superior) financial strength ratings from AM Best affirmed across Old Republic National Title Insurance Company, American Guaranty Title Insurance Company, and Old Republic Life Insurance Company.

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Old Republic Title Insurance Group is a U.S. title insurance underwriter and settlement services provider, operating in all 50 states and Washington D.C. as a subsidiary of Old Republic International (NYSE: ORI). It serves homeowners, lenders, real estate professionals, commercial clients, and authorized title agents with title insurance, escrow, 1031 exchange, and digital closing services.

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Operating
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1,001–5,000
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HeadquartersTampa, United States
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Tampa
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United States
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North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices5 records

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
title insurance, escrow services, settlement services, commercial title, lender title insurance
Industry5 codes
1Title Insurance & Underwriting
CodeBPAJAOAAPrimaryYes
2Closing & Settlement Services (Settlement Agents)
CodeBPAJAOAEPrimaryNo
3Title Search & Examination
CodeBPAJAOABPrimaryNo
41031 Exchange Intermediary Services
CodeBPAJAOALPrimaryNo
5Title Insurance
CodeFSAJACALPrimaryNo
NAICS code2 codes
  • Direct Title Insurance Carriers524127
  • Title Abstract and Settlement Offices541191
SIC code1 code
  • Title Insurance6361
Product category
Title Insurance
GTM motion2 records

Each record includes

Type, Description, Source

Revenue model4 records
1Title Insurance Premiums
TypeOne Time License
Description

One-time premiums paid at closing for owner's title insurance policies and lender's title insurance policies. Protects against undiscovered title defects, unknown liens, forgery, fraud, and ownership disputes. Premiums vary by state regulation and property value.

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2Escrow and Settlement Services
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

Fees for escrow services, closing/settlement agent services, and title search/examination services provided during real estate transactions.

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31031 Exchange Services
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

Qualified Intermediary services for 1031 tax-deferred exchanges, provided through Old Republic Exchange.

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4Commercial Title Services
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

National Commercial Services and Specialized Commercial Services for builders, developers, and large commercial real estate transactions including builder/developer services.

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Marketing channels7 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels6 records

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Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components5 values
Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Pricing details1 tier
1One-time title insurance premium at closing
ModelOne time/ perpetual licenseBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Title insurance is a one-time fee paid at closing. State regulations govern pricing. Owner's policy and lender's policy (often required by mortgage lenders) are separate policies with separate premiums. Premiums are typically calculated as a percentage of the property's insured amount.

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GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeServices
Services
Brand1 of 2 records shown
1StarsLink
Description

A partner platform offering exclusive resources for Old Republic Title agents, including transaction management and compliance tools.

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Core offering1 text field

Old Republic Title underwrites and issues owner's and lender's title insurance policies and provides escrow, closing, and settlement services for residential and commercial real estate transactions across the United States. The company also offers 1031 exchange Qualified Intermediary services, commercial and builder/developer title services, digital closings, and FinCEN reporting compliance support, delivered through company-owned offices and an authorized agent network.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Quantifiable outcome1 value
  • No other title insurer has had higher overall ratings since 1992
Product overview1 text field

Old Republic Title Insurance Group operates as a single unified title insurance and settlement services platform, offering both core title insurance products (owner's and lender's policies) and integrated service modules that support the full real estate transaction lifecycle. The product portfolio includes AgencyDriven, a technology platform for authorized title agents; EscrowPro for centralized funding; Digital Closing for electronic settlements; 1031 Exchange services for tax-deferred property exchanges; National Commercial Services for large commercial transactions; and TRID-compliant closing calendar tools. The company serves multiple customer segments (title agents, real estate professionals, lenders, homeowners, commercial clients) through a network of company-owned offices, affiliates, and authorized agents, with operations spanning all 50 states and Washington D.C.

Product and service1 record
1Owner's Title Insurance
Description

Title insurance policy purchased by the property buyer that protects the homeowner against financial loss from undiscovered title defects, unknown liens, forgery, fraud, recording errors, and ownership disputes for as long as they (or their heirs) own the property. Sold as a one-time premium at closing.

Scale indicator5 records

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership4 partners
1FinCENRealEstateReport.com
Strategic tierSupportingTypeTechnology or Integration
Description

Through the StarsLink agent discount program, Old Republic Title offers agents access to FinCENRealEstateReport.com for compliance support with FinCEN's new residential real estate reporting requirements.

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Strategic tierCoreTypeTechnology or Integration
Description

StarsLink is an exclusive partner platform providing Old Republic Title agents with technology tools, resources, compliance support, and discounted services for title agents.

Strategic tierSupportingTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Old Republic Exchange (orexco1031.com) provides Qualified Intermediary services for 1031 tax-deferred exchanges, integrated with Old Republic Title's real estate transaction services.

Strategic tierIndustryTypeOthers
Description

Old Republic Title participates in the American Land Title Association, the national trade association for the title insurance industry. ALTA develops best practices and provides resources for title professionals.

Recent move8 records

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight6 records

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Type, Description

Peers10 records
TypeDirect peer
Description

CATIC is a regional title underwriter operating primarily in the Northeast U.S., competing for agent sign-ups and direct agency business. It represents a similar product line at a smaller geographic and capital scale than Old Republic Title.

TypeEmerging player
Description

Qualia provides a title and escrow production platform used by many title agents and underwriters — including some that compete with Old Republic Title. It is an ecosystem enabler rather than a direct underwriter but shapes the digital workflow expectations of the agent network.

TypeDirect peer
Description

WFG is a national title underwriter with a strong agent-channel focus and lender services platform. It is a meaningful competitor in the agent-recruitment market that drives a large share of Old Republic Title's policy issuance.

TypeDirect peer
Description

North American Title (part of M/I Homes-related entities and previously under FNF umbrella) is a national title underwriter serving agents and lenders with comparable products and digital tools. It is part of the same competitive set for agent recruitment and direct lender programs.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Stewart is another top-tier national title underwriter with direct, agency, and commercial title operations. It targets the same real estate agents, lenders, and commercial clients and uses a similar agency-plus-owned-office hybrid distribution model.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Investors Title is a publicly traded title insurer offering title insurance and related services through agency and direct channels. It underwrites on a smaller scale than the top three but competes for the same agent and lender relationships.

TypeDirect peer
Description

FNF owns Chicago Title, Fidelity National Title, and other title brands and is among the two largest U.S. title insurance groups. It competes head-to-head with Old Republic Title on agent recruitment, lender programs, and commercial title underwriting.

TypeEmerging player
Description

Snapdocs is a digital closing platform that connects lenders, title agents, and notary signing agents for e-closings. It competes with Old Republic Title's Digital Closing service and StarsLink agent tools for workflow share among title and signing professionals.

TypeEmerging player
Description

Doma is a digital-first title and escrow operator using proprietary AI/ML for instant title production. It represents the technological threat to traditional underwriters like Old Republic Title, competing on speed and automation rather than balance-sheet scale.

TypeDirect peer
Description

First American is the largest direct competitor in the U.S. title insurance market, offering title insurance, escrow, and settlement services nationwide. It underwrites both owner's and lender's policies through owned offices and an agent network that directly parallels Old Republic Title's model.

Market position
Strengths5 records

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Weaknesses5 records

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Competitive moat6 records

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Type, Details

Key risks6 records

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Key highlights7 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Customer concentration

Classification, Details

Segment6 records

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Title, Type, Primary, Description, Pain point addressed, Use case, Source

Ideal customer profile6 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
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AI maturity
App detail

Has app

Feature5 records

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Title, Differentiator, Description, Source

Core technology
Revenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Number of profiles
Profiles19 records

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Name, Designation, Designation category, Overview, Profile commentary, Source

Subsidiaries3 records

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Name, Acquired on, Relationship type, Type, Business focus

Compliance2 records

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Name, Class, Description

Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds

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Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors

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Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

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M&A2 records

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Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

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Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

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Old Republic Title Insurance Group

Title Insuranceoldrepublictitle.com

Old Republic Title Insurance Group is a U.S. title insurance underwriter and settlement services provider, operating in all 50 states and Washington D.C. as a subsidiary of Old Republic International (NYSE: ORI). It serves homeowners, lenders, real estate professionals, commercial clients, and authorized title agents with title insurance, escrow, 1031 exchange, and digital closing services.

What Old Republic Title Insurance Group does

Old Republic Title Insurance Group is a U.S. title insurance underwriter and settlement services provider operating as a core subsidiary of Old Republic International Corporation (NYSE: ORI), a Fortune 500 holding company with $29 billion in assets. The company has been in operation for over a century and delivers title insurance policies (owner's and lender's), escrow and settlement services, 1031 exchange Qualified Intermediary services, and commercial title services to homeowners, real estate professionals, mortgage lenders, commercial developers, and authorized title agents across all 50 states and Washington D.C.

The company's product portfolio is anchored by core title insurance and escrow services, extended through a technology platform that includes StarsLink (an exclusive agent portal), AgencyDriven (agent workflow platform), EscrowPro (centralized funding), Digital Closing (e-signature and remote settlement), a Rate Calculator, and a TRID Closing Calendar. The most recent capability additions include a FinCEN Residential Real Estate Reporting System integrated ahead of the March 1, 2026 regulatory effective date and a new excess-of-loss reinsurance agreement enabling larger commercial underwriting. The company also operates adjacent subsidiaries such as Old Republic Exchange (1031 exchanges) and, as of Q1 2026, the newly formed Old Republic Property (selective property insurance).

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time title insurance premiums at closing, transaction-based escrow and settlement fees, 1031 exchange fees, and commercial title service fees. Distribution runs through a hybrid model combining company-owned offices nationwide with an authorized independent title agent network, complemented by lender partnerships, real estate professional referrals, and direct website services. Underwriting is supported by an in-house bench of state managers, underwriting counsel, and claims professionals, with A+ (Superior) financial strength ratings from AM Best affirmed across Old Republic National Title Insurance Company, American Guaranty Title Insurance Company, and Old Republic Life Insurance Company.

Old Republic Title Insurance Group firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Old Republic Title Insurance Group
Legal name
Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
Website
https://oldrepublictitle.com
Company type
Public
Founded year
1900
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
1,001–5,000 employees
Short description
Old Republic Title Insurance Group is a U.S. title insurance underwriter and settlement services provider, operating in all 50 states and Washington D.C. as a subsidiary of Old Republic International (NYSE: ORI). It serves homeowners, lenders, real estate professionals, commercial clients, and authorized title agents with title insurance, escrow, 1031 exchange, and digital closing services.
Ownership category
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Old Republic Title Insurance Group industry classification

Industry
Product category
Title Insurance
NAICS
Direct Title Insurance Carriers (524127), Title Abstract and Settlement Offices (541191)
SIC
Title Insurance (6361)
akta.pro primary industry
Title Insurance & Underwriting (BPAJAOAA)
akta.pro secondary industries
Closing & Settlement Services (Settlement Agents) (BPAJAOAE), Title Search & Examination (BPAJAOAB), 1031 Exchange Intermediary Services (BPAJAOAL), Title Insurance (FSAJACAL)

Keywords

  • Title insurance
  • Escrow services
  • Settlement services
  • Commercial title
  • Lender title insurance

Where Old Republic Title Insurance Group is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Tampa
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

Old Republic Title Insurance Group business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

  1. Title Insurance Premiums: One-time premiums paid at closing for owner's title insurance policies and lender's title insurance policies. Protects against undiscovered title defects, unknown liens, forgery, fraud, and ownership disputes. Premiums vary by state regulation and property value.
  2. Escrow and Settlement Services: Fees for escrow services, closing/settlement agent services, and title search/examination services provided during real estate transactions.
  3. 1031 Exchange Services: Qualified Intermediary services for 1031 tax-deferred exchanges, provided through Old Republic Exchange.
  4. Commercial Title Services: National Commercial Services and Specialized Commercial Services for builders, developers, and large commercial real estate transactions including builder/developer services.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
One time/ perpetual licensePay-as-you-goOne-time title insurance premium at closing

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Old Republic Title Insurance Group product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Old Republic Title underwrites and issues owner's and lender's title insurance policies and provides escrow, closing, and settlement services for residential and commercial real estate transactions across the United States. The company also offers 1031 exchange Qualified Intermediary services, commercial and builder/developer title services, digital closings, and FinCEN reporting compliance support, delivered through company-owned offices and an authorized agent network.

Product overview

Old Republic Title Insurance Group operates as a single unified title insurance and settlement services platform, offering both core title insurance products (owner's and lender's policies) and integrated service modules that support the full real estate transaction lifecycle. The product portfolio includes AgencyDriven, a technology platform for authorized title agents; EscrowPro for centralized funding; Digital Closing for electronic settlements; 1031 Exchange services for tax-deferred property exchanges; National Commercial Services for large commercial transactions; and TRID-compliant closing calendar tools. The company serves multiple customer segments (title agents, real estate professionals, lenders, homeowners, commercial clients) through a network of company-owned offices, affiliates, and authorized agents, with operations spanning all 50 states and Washington D.C.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • StarsLink: A partner platform offering exclusive resources for Old Republic Title agents, including transaction management and compliance tools.
  • AgencyDriven

Products and services

  • Owner's Title Insurance Title insurance policy purchased by the property buyer that protects the homeowner against financial loss from undiscovered title defects, unknown liens, forgery, fraud, recording errors, and ownership disputes for as long as they (or their heirs) own the property. Sold as a one-time premium at closing.

Quantifiable outcome

  • No other title insurer has had higher overall ratings since 1992

Companies that use Old Republic Title Insurance Group

Customer profile

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Old Republic Title Insurance Group technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Old Republic Title Insurance Group partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered supporting, core and industry.

  • FinCENRealEstateReport.comsupportingTechnology or IntegrationThrough the StarsLink agent discount program, Old Republic Title offers agents access to FinCENRealEstateReport.com for compliance support with FinCEN's new residential real estate reporting requirements.
  • StarsLinkcoreTechnology or IntegrationStarsLink is an exclusive partner platform providing Old Republic Title agents with technology tools, resources, compliance support, and discounted services for title agents.
  • Old Republic ExchangesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerOld Republic Exchange (orexco1031.com) provides Qualified Intermediary services for 1031 tax-deferred exchanges, integrated with Old Republic Title's real estate transaction services.
  • American Land Title Association (ALTA)industryOthersOld Republic Title participates in the American Land Title Association, the national trade association for the title insurance industry. ALTA develops best practices and provides resources for title professionals.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Old Republic Title Insurance Group competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • CATIC Financial Holdings: CATIC is a regional title underwriter operating primarily in the Northeast U.S., competing for agent sign-ups and direct agency business. It represents a similar product line at a smaller geographic and capital scale than Old Republic Title.
  • WFG National Title Insurance Company: WFG is a national title underwriter with a strong agent-channel focus and lender services platform. It is a meaningful competitor in the agent-recruitment market that drives a large share of Old Republic Title's policy issuance.
  • North American Title Insurance Company: North American Title (part of M/I Homes-related entities and previously under FNF umbrella) is a national title underwriter serving agents and lenders with comparable products and digital tools. It is part of the same competitive set for agent recruitment and direct lender programs.
  • Stewart Information Services Corporation: Stewart is another top-tier national title underwriter with direct, agency, and commercial title operations. It targets the same real estate agents, lenders, and commercial clients and uses a similar agency-plus-owned-office hybrid distribution model.
  • Investors Title Company: Investors Title is a publicly traded title insurer offering title insurance and related services through agency and direct channels. It underwrites on a smaller scale than the top three but competes for the same agent and lender relationships.
  • Fidelity National Financial: FNF owns Chicago Title, Fidelity National Title, and other title brands and is among the two largest U.S. title insurance groups. It competes head-to-head with Old Republic Title on agent recruitment, lender programs, and commercial title underwriting.
  • First American Financial Corporation: First American is the largest direct competitor in the U.S. title insurance market, offering title insurance, escrow, and settlement services nationwide. It underwrites both owner's and lender's policies through owned offices and an agent network that directly parallels Old Republic Title's model.

Emerging players

  • Qualia: Qualia provides a title and escrow production platform used by many title agents and underwriters — including some that compete with Old Republic Title. It is an ecosystem enabler rather than a direct underwriter but shapes the digital workflow expectations of the agent network.
  • Snapdocs: Snapdocs is a digital closing platform that connects lenders, title agents, and notary signing agents for e-closings. It competes with Old Republic Title's Digital Closing service and StarsLink agent tools for workflow share among title and signing professionals.
  • Doma (formerly States Title): Doma is a digital-first title and escrow operator using proprietary AI/ML for instant title production. It represents the technological threat to traditional underwriters like Old Republic Title, competing on speed and automation rather than balance-sheet scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Old Republic Title Insurance Group social profiles

Digital presence

Old Republic Title Insurance Group compliance and trust

Trust signal

Compliance2 records

Old Republic Title Insurance Group financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Old Republic Title Insurance Group leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

Old Republic Title Insurance Group subsidiaries and ownership

Company hierarchy

Subsidiaries3 records

Old Republic Title Insurance Group funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Old Republic Title Insurance Group M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A2 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Old Republic Title Insurance Group

What does Old Republic Title Insurance Group do?

Old Republic Title underwrites and issues owner's and lender's title insurance policies and provides escrow, closing, and settlement services for residential and commercial real estate transactions across the United States. The company also offers 1031 exchange Qualified Intermediary services, commercial and builder/developer title services, digital closings, and FinCEN reporting compliance support, delivered through company-owned offices and an authorized agent network.

Is Old Republic Title Insurance Group a public or private company?

Old Republic Title Insurance Group is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.

When was Old Republic Title Insurance Group founded?

Old Republic Title Insurance Group was founded in 1900. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.

Where is Old Republic Title Insurance Group based?

Old Republic Title Insurance Group is headquartered in Tampa, United States, in the North America region.

How does Old Republic Title Insurance Group make money?

Four revenue lines are on record. Title Insurance Premiums are the primary driver. The others are escrow and Settlement Services, 1031 Exchange Services and commercial Title Services.

Who are Old Republic Title Insurance Group's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are CATIC Financial Holdings, WFG National Title Insurance Company, North American Title Insurance Company, Stewart Information Services Corporation, Investors Title Company, Fidelity National Financial and First American Financial Corporation. Emerging players are Qualia, Snapdocs and Doma (formerly States Title).

Does Old Republic Title Insurance Group have an API?

No public API is recorded for Old Republic Title Insurance Group.

What industry is Old Republic Title Insurance Group in?

Old Republic Title Insurance Group's product category is Title Insurance. Its primary akta.pro industry code is BPAJAOAA, Title Insurance & Underwriting, with a secondary code of BPAJAOAE, Closing & Settlement Services (Settlement Agents). Its NAICS code is 524127 and its SIC code is 6361.

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The Motley FoolOld Republic (ORI) Q1 2026 Earnings TranscriptOld Republic International Corporation reported Q1 2026 consolidated pretax operating income of $211.5 million, down from $252.7 million year-over-year, with a combined ratio of 96.6% compared to 93.7% last year, reflecting reduced underwriting margins. Specialty Insurance segment saw net premiums earned rise 4.7% but pretax operating income fell to $209 million from $260 million, while Title Insurance grew premiums and fees by 12% with pretax operating income increasing to $16.7 million from $4.3 million. The company announced strategic developments including the formation of Old Republic Property (a selective property insurer), a new excess-of-loss reinsurance agreement for Title Insurance to underwrite larger commercial deals, and expects the ECM acquisition to close by July 1, contributing to earnings in the second half of 2026.Insurance Business AmericaOld Republic prevails as Massachusetts court rejects title coverage expansionA Massachusetts Appeals Court ruled on April 10, 2026, that Old Republic Title Insurance Company acted within its rights when it denied coverage to property owners sued over land they legally owned but that fell outside the boundaries described in their title insurance policy. The court found the policy language was clear, with coverage stopping at the border of Hillcrest Acres Lane as defined in the policy, and rejected the argument that the Massachusetts derelict fee statute—which gave the owners title to the disputed strip—should extend to insurance contracts. A concurring opinion suggested Massachusetts lawmakers or regulators consider expanding title insurance coverage to include ancillary titles, mirroring an approach adopted in California.Mortgage ProfessionalOld Republic wins coverage dispute over land borrower legally ownedThe Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed summary judgment for Old Republic Title Insurance Company on April 10, 2026, ruling that a title insurance policy did not cover land ownership acquired through the state's derelict fee statute, even though the borrowers legally owned the property under a stone wall. Douglas Lester and John Mandeville, who purchased property in Westport, Massachusetts in 2013, had sued for coverage after neighbors challenged their stone wall restoration, but the court held that the policy's unambiguous description of road boundaries controlled over the statutory ownership claim. Justice Wood, concurring, called on the Massachusetts Legislature or insurance regulators to reform the rules, citing California's approach where title insurance extends to ownership interests attaching by operation of law.