Business Details
32 Years
experience
Trusted Title and Real Estate Services in Western Wisconsin
Western Wisconsin Title Services has been serving Pepin, Buffalo, Dunn, and Eau Claire counties for over 30 years. Our professional and experienced staff delivers timely and cost-effective title and legal services through our affiliation with Seifert & Schultz, S.C. We specialize in providing comprehensive real estate solutions, including title insurance, closing coordination, and legal document drafting. Our team maintains deep expertise in both title services and legal matters, ensuring clients receive accurate and reliable support. With offices in Durand, Alma, Eau Claire, and Mondovi, we serve clients across Western Wisconsin.Our staff includes certified professionals like Suzanne L. Bignell, Jill Bauer, Mary Braun, Nicole DeGroot, and John Abrahamson. We maintain active membership in the Wisconsin Land Title Association and American Land Title Association. Our one-stop-shop model uniquely positions us to address both title and legal needs under one roof. We leverage decades of experience and modern technology to streamline real estate transactions. Our commitment to quality service has established us as a trusted partner for property owners and professionals throughout the region.
Services
Title Insurance
Closing Services
Title Searches
Abstract Updates
Document Retrieval
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience serving Western Wisconsin real estate markets
- Our staff includes certified title professionals in multiple office locations
- We offer combined title and legal services through our law firm affiliation
- Our one-stop-shop model streamlines real estate transaction processes
- We maintain active membership in state and national title industry associations
Services
Title Insurance
Title insurance protects property owners and lenders against financial loss from title defects. Our policies cover issues like liens, ownership disputes, and documentation errors. We partner with major providers including Stewart Title Guaranty Company and First American Title Company to deliver comprehensive coverage for residential and commercial properties.
Closing Services
We coordinate complete closing services for buyers, sellers, and lenders. Our team manages document preparation, fund disbursement, and legal requirements to ensure smooth transactions. With offices in four Wisconsin locations, we handle hundreds of closings annually using proven processes and modern technology.
Title Searches
Our title searches examine public records to identify potential issues affecting property ownership. We review liens, judgments, and encumbrances to verify clear title. Most searches complete within 48 hours, providing essential information for real estate transactions and refinancing.
Abstract Updates
We provide updated abstracts showing property ownership history and legal changes. Our abstract continuation reports include all recorded documents affecting title since the last certificate. This service ensures accurate title representation for property transfers and lending purposes.
Document Retrieval
We offer expedited retrieval of specific real estate documents. Our system provides quick access to critical records needed for transactions, legal matters, or property research. This service supports efficient resolution of title issues and documentation requirements.
People
Suzanne L. Bignell
Manager - Durand Office
Suzanne L. Bignell leads our Durand office with over 20 years of title industry experience. She oversees daily operations and ensures quality service delivery for title insurance and real estate transactions.
Jill Bauer
Title Agent
Jill Bauer serves as title agent in our Durand office. She specializes in title insurance policies and real estate documentation, bringing five years of specialized experience to our clients.
Mary Braun
Closing Agent
Mary Braun manages closing operations in our Alma office. With 12 years of title industry experience, she coordinates complex real estate transactions and ensures compliance with legal requirements.
Nicole DeGroot
Title Agent
Nicole DeGroot provides title services in Alma with eight years of experience. She specializes in title searches and abstract preparation, supporting smooth real estate transactions.
John Abrahamson
Title Agent
John Abrahamson serves Eau Claire clients as a title agent. He brings seven years of experience in title insurance and real estate documentation to our western Wisconsin service area.
Questions
What title insurance services do you offer?
We provide owner's and lender's title insurance policies through major providers like Stewart Title Guaranty Company and First American Title Company.
Do you handle real estate closings?
Yes, we coordinate complete closing services including document preparation, fund disbursement, and legal compliance at our four Wisconsin office locations.
How quickly can you complete a title search?
Most title searches complete within 48 hours, though complex cases may require additional time for thorough examination of public records.
Are you affiliated with a law firm?
Yes, we work closely with Seifert & Schultz, S.C. to provide combined title and legal services for real estate transactions.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Pepin, Buffalo, Dunn, Pierce, and surrounding Wisconsin counties from our offices in Durand, Alma, Eau Claire, and Mondovi.
What are your office hours?
Our offices operate Monday-Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with after-hours appointments available upon request for client convenience.
