Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Title Insurance and Real Estate Closings
Melrose Title is an attorney-driven, locally rooted title service provider serving East Tennessee communities since 2016. Our team of dedicated attorneys, settlement officers, and support staff specialize in residential and commercial real estate closings, title insurance, and document preparation. With offices in Knoxville and Harriman, we combine advanced technology with personalized service to ensure seamless transactions for clients across real estate, lending, and development sectors. Our partnerships with industry leaders like Fidelity National Title and First American Title guarantee robust underwriting and financial security. We prioritize transparency, legal expertise, and client education, offering 24/7 accessibility through our digital Title App platform.Our professionals bring decades of combined experience in real estate law, mediation, and transaction management, serving clients from initial contract to closing. Community-focused and client-centric, we emphasize proactive issue resolution and clear communication to prevent delays. Recognized for exceptional service, we maintain a 4.5-star rating based on client testimonials highlighting our responsiveness and professionalism. Our commitment extends beyond transactionswe foster lasting relationships with real estate agents, lenders, and homeowners through consistent support and local market expertise. Backed by Howard & Howard, P.C., our legal counsel ensures compliance and precision in every service we deliver.
Services
Residential Real Estate Closings
Commercial Title Insurance
Title Examinations
Real Estate Document Preparation
Escrow Services
Loan Documentation
Purchase Agreements
Lease Agreements
Quitclaim Deeds
Title Abstracts
Highlights and features
- We offer attorney-driven title services with local market expertise in East Tennessee.
- Our team provides 24/7 digital access to title quotes and transaction tools.
- We partner with industry-leading underwriters like Fidelity National Title and First American.
- Our staff includes experienced legal professionals specializing in real estate transactions.
- We maintain a 4.5-star client satisfaction rating based on verified reviews.
What people say
Smooth transactions
Excellent customer service
Professional and thorough
Prompt communication
Helpful and nice
Services
Residential Real Estate Closings
Our residential closing services ensure legally compliant and stress-free home transactions. We handle document preparation, title insurance, and escrow management with attorney oversight. Clients benefit from personalized guidance through every step of the closing process.
Commercial Title Insurance
We provide comprehensive title insurance for commercial properties, protecting businesses against ownership disputes. Our team addresses complex issues like bankruptcies and loan defaults while maintaining transaction efficiency.
Real Estate Document Preparation
Our legal experts prepare and review purchase agreements, leases, and loan documents with precision. We ensure compliance with Tennessee real estate laws while maintaining clear communication with all parties involved.
Title Examinations
We conduct thorough title examinations to identify liens or ownership issues before closings. Our proactive approach prevents delays by resolving potential problems early in the transaction process.
Escrow Services
Our escrow services securely handle financial transactions during real estate deals. We maintain strict accounting practices and provide transparent reporting to all stakeholders throughout the process.
People
LuAnn Hileman Crass
Chief Executive Officer/Partner
Licensed Tennessee attorney since 2013 with commercial real estate expertise. Graduated from Lincoln Memorial University's Duncan School of Law. Focuses on commercial transactions and legal guidance for title work.
Erica L. McClure
Chief Commercial Officer/Partner
Licensed Tennessee attorney since 2013 with mediation training. Specializes in commercial real estate transactions and staff legal guidance. Former family law practitioner with focus on child advocacy cases.
Jimmy Swafford
Business Development Specialist
Oak Ridge native with 15+ years in the title industry. Focuses on lender and real estate agent relationships. Active in community church activities and local outdoor recreation.
Morgan L. Loveday
Lead Transaction Specialist
Knoxville native with 4 years banking experience. Specializes in real estate photography and client support during home purchase transactions. Enjoys family time and outdoor activities.
Dylan Daniel
Transaction Specialist
South Florida native with customer service and banking background. Helps clients with home purchase transitions. Enjoys East Tennessee outdoor activities and music scene.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve all East Tennessee communities including Knoxville, Maryville, Farragut, Sevierville, and Harriman.
Do you offer 24/7 service access?
Yes, our Title App provides instant access to title quotes and transaction tools 24 hours a day.
What types of title insurance do you provide?
We offer both residential and commercial title insurance policies with coverage options tailored to client needs.
How experienced is your team?
Our team includes licensed attorneys with 10+ years of real estate law experience and specialists with decades of combined industry knowledge.
Can I get a title quote online?
Yes, our web-based Title App allows instant access to title quotes, net sheets, and buyer estimates.
How do you handle transaction issues?
We proactively identify potential problems through thorough title examinations and resolve them before closing to prevent delays.
