Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Title & Escrow Services in Vancouver
We are a locally-owned, independent title insurance and escrow services provider serving the Vancouver area since 1909. Our company combines deep-rooted local expertise with access to national underwriting strength through partnerships with Title Resources Guaranty Company and Old Republic National Title Insurance Company. We specialize in streamlining real estate transactions through innovative technology like our Title Capture app, which enables instant generation and delivery of title quotes, net sheets, and preHUDs.Our team of experienced professionals delivers personalized service for residential and commercial transactions, supported by 24/7 client communication tools and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of title insurance coverage. We actively engage with local organizations like the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce and Clark County Association of Realtors to strengthen our community connections while maintaining national industry compliance standards.
Services
Title Insurance
Escrow Services
Title Capture App
Preliminary Property Information
Plat Certificates
Condominium Services
Short Platting
ALTA Inspections
Pre-Filing Services
Post Approval Services
Details
- Year established: 1909
Highlights and features
- We offer 115+ years of combined title insurance expertise through local ownership and national underwriting partnerships
- Our proprietary Title Capture app streamlines title quote generation and client communication
- We maintain partnerships with local organizations like the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
- Our team provides personalized escrow services with transparent transaction processes
- We combine local decision-making with the financial strength of national title insurance underwriters
Services
Title Insurance
Title insurance protects property owners and lenders against financial loss from title defects. Our policies cover ownership disputes, liens, and encumbrances discovered after purchase. We offer standard, homeowners, and extended coverage options with premiums based on property value and risk factors.
Escrow Services
Our neutral escrow process securely handles document and fund transfers between buyers and sellers. We ensure all transaction conditions are met before finalizing property transfers, maintaining impartiality throughout the closing process while coordinating with lenders and other stakeholders.
Title Capture App
This proprietary platform streamlines title quote generation and client communication. Users can create instant net sheets, buyer estimates, and preHUDs from desktop or mobile devices, with direct email delivery to clients for faster transaction processing.
Plat Certificates
We prepare official plat certificates containing legal descriptions, easement information, and ownership details required for county submissions. These documents enable efficient title work for individual lot sales and development projects in Clark County.
Condominium Services
Our specialized services include condominium certificate preparation, declaration assistance, and horizontal property regime compliance. We help developers navigate title insurance requirements for multi-unit developments while ensuring adherence to state-specific regulations.
People
Eric Zilm
Manager
Eric Zilm oversees Cascade Title's operations with over 20 years of experience in title insurance and escrow services. He manages client relationships and transaction processes while maintaining industry compliance standards in Clark County.
Christy Evans
Escrow Officer/LPO
Christy Evans handles escrow transactions with specialized knowledge of local real estate regulations. She coordinates document processing and fund disbursements while providing expert guidance through complex title insurance requirements.
Dolly Warden
Escrow Officer/LPO
Dolly Warden manages escrow processes for residential and commercial properties. Her expertise includes title report analysis and client communication, ensuring smooth transactions for Vancouver area real estate professionals.
Ashley Sheldon
Escrow Officer/Assistant
Ashley Sheldon supports escrow operations with attention to detail in document preparation and transaction coordination. She assists clients with title insurance requirements and closing procedures in Clark County.
Whitney Luhn
Recording/Billing
Whitney Luhn manages recording and billing operations with precision in document processing and financial transactions. She ensures accurate record-keeping for title insurance policies and escrow-related financial matters.
Questions
What is title insurance and why is it important?
Title insurance protects property owners and lenders against financial loss from title defects. It ensures clear property ownership by covering issues like liens, encumbrances, or ownership disputes that may arise after purchase.
How does the escrow process work?
Escrow involves a neutral third party holding documents and funds until all transaction conditions are met. We coordinate between buyers, sellers, and lenders to ensure secure property transfers and proper fund disbursement.
What services does Cascade Title offer for developers?
We provide plat certificates, preliminary property information, condominium services, and short platting assistance. Our team supports developers with title insurance requirements and regulatory compliance for land development projects.
How can I access the Title Capture app?
The Title Capture app is available for desktop and mobile devices. Contact our office for access details to generate instant title quotes, net sheets, and preHUDs with direct client delivery options.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Vancouver and Clark County, Washington. Our local expertise combined with national underwriting capabilities enables comprehensive title insurance and escrow services for regional real estate transactions.
