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American Trust Escrow

5.0 (24 reviews)
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Chris Fontes is the best, Super knowledgeable ,easy to work with and very responsive to all clients needs.

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I'm so grateful to have Arlene and her team assisting me in closing my buyers' escrow in 21 days in a very professional and smooth way!!!

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Arlene helped through an extremely difficult closing. She went above and beyond and I'm so grateful.

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Thank you for your review. We are glad Arlene made you a raving fan!

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3 years ago

I had a great experience working with Arlene, the escrow officer and her team. The transaction was very smooth. Thank you!

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Thank you for the great feedback Noelle!

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3 years ago

Excellent service very professional and accurate. Fast closing. Maryann is the best escrow officer.

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Our parents recently passed away and have properties in a trust. The probate process has completed. Can they assist with property title transfer to the trustees? Meaning out of the trust and to the family members? Thanks

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