Title Insurance Premium Calculation

Definition: The method for calculating the title insurance premium in Florida, which is regulated by the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR). Florida uses promulgated rates, meaning the premium is the same regardless of which title company issues the policy.

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Florida Title Insurance Premium Calculation

FL title premium (Chapter 627: regulated rates): $5.75/$1,000 (first $100K), then $5.00/$1,000 (over $100K). Example: $500K = $2,575. Simultaneous: lender’s policy discounted. Additional costs: search fee, closing fee, endorsements, recording fees, and doc stamps ($0.70/$100 deeds). Premium: NOT negotiable (regulated). Fees: negotiable. Reissue discount (3 years). Selector: party who pays owner’s.

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Florida Law Reference

Fla. Stat. § 627.7711

Regulates title insurance rates, forms, and practices in Florida. Title insurance premiums are promulgated by the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation.

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