Business, Free News Articles, Home and Garden, Manufacturing

Fortin Ironworks Reflects on 75 Years Serving Central Ohio

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- For most the American Dream begins with an idea. For Fortin Ironworks, that idea began with a truck, a small shed and a man with a passion for welding. Today, 75 years later, it's reflecting on that humble beginning.

The founders, Joe and Josephine Fortin, a 22-year-old Italian American couple, were initially introduced as friendly pen pals during World War II when Joe was stationed in Iran for the U.S. Army. After two years of correspondence, they found more than friendship. Without ever meeting, they engaged, somehow knowing that their love could grow to last a lifetime.

Shortly after their August wedding in 1945, World War II ended. Joe was honorably discharged and the couple's long-distance relationship turned into a love-filled life together.

Jobs were difficult to find after the war, so Joe took matters into his own hands, quite literally. A former welding student of the Columbus Trade School at Fort Hayes in Central Ohio, a welder for the Pennsylvania Railroad and the U.S. Army, Joe was incredibly handy to have around and started doing on-site, portable welding repairs and small metal fabrication jobs.

What started out as a small repair shop run out of his truck and a backyard shed, grew into a thriving business. In 1946, this backyard operation officially became Fortin Welding, now known as Fortin Ironworks. Today, it's a successful, multimillion-dollar company with a modern factory complex on nearly four acres. In fact, the building and its showroom are now local landmarks.

The Fortin Ironworks showroom is a known "destination location" for locals and out of town travelers, alike. Its products can also be found at the Market at Fortin Ironworks, home to the creations of various local artists, eclectic home furnishings and a unique event space available to rent for small gatherings.

Over the years, the business has seen many changes and, most recently, the addition of a high-tech laser machine has allowed it to grow even more and to accommodate unlimited ideas.

Although Joe passed away in 2009, Josephine, now 99, continues to enjoy talking business, gardening, and of course, her many grandchildren who now manage the business. For more information, contact Bob Fortin at: 614-291-4342 ext. 200 or visit: https://www.fortinironworks.com/.

About Fortin Ironworks

Fortin Ironworks designs, manufactures and offers local installation of most commercial and residential ironwork needs. It's known for offering the very finest custom metalwork and for tackling all jobs, large or small. It specializes in step rails, fencing, gates, table bases, curtain rods, repairs, and of course, custom metal fabrications. Its staff of 40 is comprised of highly-skilled craftsmen, artisans, estimators, salesmen and installers. The products are manufactured in its 56,000 square-foot facility. The company has multiple accounts with well-known national brands and also ships internationally.

Related link: https://www.fortinironworks.com/

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Fortin Ironworks’ Bee Bench Promotes Communities Coming Together

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Fortin Ironworks was inspired to design this new product because it simply felt that it gives the "right message at the right time." Bees exemplify communities working together and that was the buzz behind its new community "Bee Bench."

"As a business, we support all races, creeds and colors and hope to foster a culture that supports and nurtures communities to do the same," Robert Fortin, product developer, says. "It's a simple concept, but we hope it will deliver a deeper message."

The 48-inch, commercial-grade bench is manufactured at the Fortin Ironworks factory in Columbus, Ohio. It's constructed of solid aluminum and powder coated with a hardened black finish that can weather all conditions. It's beautifully suited for a home garden, school setting, business complex or community park.

No assembly is required. The benches are one solid unit construction and are suitable for indoors and outdoors.

Fortin Ironworks has created a small inventory that's ready to ship now. The message and size can also be customized to meet specific needs. Customizations can include names and logos too and will take approximately two to four weeks to ship. They're ideal for memorials and donor recognition too.

A special introductory sale price of only $649 is set to motivate people to make a move to build communities up, not tear them down.

To order a bench, call 614-291-4342 x220.

About Fortin Ironworks

Founded in 1946, Fortin Ironworks got its start as a small iron repair shop. Today, it designs and manufactures local installation of all commercial and residential ironwork needs. Its staff of 40 is comprised of highly-skilled craftsmen, artisans, estimators, salesmen and installers and products are manufactured in its 56,000 square-foot facility. There's also a 5,600-square foot show room that serves as its product showcase.

For more information: https://www.fortinironworks.com/

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*Caption: Fortin Ironworks' "Bee Bench" Delivers Positive Message.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Robert Fortin
of Fortin Ironworks
+1-614-291-4342 x200
bob@fortinironworks.com

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Westfall Local School District Creates TV Network, Powered by Livecast365, to Broadcast Educational and Athletic Programs and Events

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Westfall is working with Columbus based digital media company, Livecast365, and their proprietary streaming technology. They pursued their very own dedicated TV network and TV channels to support athletics and education throughout their community.

* Wesftall and Livecast365 partner to broadcast sporting events and educational programming to district residents and fans through Apple TV, Roku, and Amazon Fire devices.

* The district's first TV channel is set to launch with the upcoming football season. It will allow both home and visiting team's fans, as well as friends and relatives around the country, to tune into Westfall's events with a digital ticket-based system.

* Livecast365 believes these previously unobtainable services and capabilities should be accessible to educational communities at local and regional levels.

* Westfall District staff, volunteers, and students will run the network operation, and double as unique on-the-job training for students interested in furthering education in media.

Westfall Local School District, located just outside of Williamsport, Ohio, has partnered with Columbus, Ohio based Livecast365 to launch its very own TV channel. Joining many schools in the race to provide access this fall to their communities. The channel will launch this fall, starting with live and recorded broadcasts of Westfall High School football games.

This is just the start of Westfall's efforts to bring the school district's many resources and opportunities directly into the homes and living rooms of district residents. It will also allow other districts, competing against Westfall's teams, to tune in and watch the games.

Location and accessibility have become obsolete problems. Now, friends and family throughout the country will be able to tune in. No one wants to miss their granddaughters or grandson's shining moments; with Livecast365, no one will have to. Livecast365 will assist Westfall at a time when attendance will be severely limited due to Covid-19 restrictions. Not to mention, the school district will have more diverse and unique opportunities to support their advertisers. Our partnership with Westfall provides them with greater control of revenue generating opportunities for clubs, teams, and the district itself, well beyond the typical posting of videos to channels such as YouTube, which takes ownership of content and prospective ad revenue.

Through Livecast365, creators have the capability to bypass cable, broadcast, and satellite television platforms (the companies that traditionally act as a controller/distributor of such content). In short, you can create your very own and personally branded TV channel. What's even better? All of your generated revenue stays in your pocket. You can create live streaming content, pre-programmed content, pay-per-view content, and socially shareable content. Anywhere, anytime, through Livecast365. The platform allows viewers to choose when, where, and how they watch content.

About Westfall Local School District

The mission of the Westfall Local School District, as the educational hub of the community, is to produce responsible, emotionally and physically healthy students who excel in academics, technology, the arts, and graduate career or college ready.
* https://www.westfall.k12.oh.us/o/wlsd
* @WestfallHS

About LiveCast365

Create it. Stream it. Own it™. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Livecast365 is the most affordable, user friendly, and over-the-top digital content delivery network in the world. Through a proprietary online tool that aggregates digital content, customers can create easy-to-use, user-generated, revenue generating, live streaming TV networks and channels. These channels can be easily broadcasted over Amazon Fire, Apple TV, Roku, proprietary web and mobile apps, and various social media networks. All while allowing customers to own their content and advertising profits.

* www.livecast365.com
* https://www.facebook.com/Livecast365
* https://www.instagram.com/livecast365/
* @livecast365

Media Contacts:

Brill Devore, CTO
Livecast365
614-371-8071
Brill@livecast365.com

Emily Clark, Director of Communications
Westfall Local School District
740-986-3671
emily.clark@westfallschools.com

Related link: https://livecast365.com/

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Teays Valley Local Schools is Creating a First-of-its-Kind TV Network, Powered by Livecast365, to Broadcast Athletic Events to Fans Who Cannot Attend in Person

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- One of the largest school districts in the state of Ohio, Teays Valley, is working with Columbus based digital media company, Livecast365, and their proprietary streaming technology. Teays Valley pursued their very own dedicated TV network and TV channels to support athletics and education within their community.

* Teays Valley and Livecast365 have partnered to broadcast sporting events and educational programming to district residents and fans. The broadcasts are available on Apple TV, Roku, and Amazon Fire devices.
* The district's first TV channel is set to launch with the upcoming football season. It will allow home and visiting team's fans, as well as friends and relatives across the country, to tune into Teays Valley's events through a digital ticket-based system.
* Livecast365 believes that these previously unobtainable services and capabilities should be accessible to educational communities at local and regional levels.
* Teays Valley district staff, volunteers, and students will run the network operation. This experience will double as unique on-the-job training for students interested in furthering their education in digital media.

Teays Valley Local Schools, just outside of Columbus, Ohio, has partnered with Columbus, Ohio based Livecast365 to launch its very own TV channel. The channel will launch this fall, starting with live and recorded broadcasts of Teays Valley High School football games. This is just the start of Teays Valley's efforts to bring the school district's many resources and opportunities directly into the living rooms of district residents. Teays Valley will also be broadcasting other events: including volleyball, soccer, and more from the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Teays Valley's channel will also allow other districts, competing against Teays Valley teams, to tune in and watch the games. It is truly a win-win for everyone.

Location and accessibility has become obsolete. Now, friends and family throughout the country will be able to tune in. No one wants to miss their granddaughters or grandson's shining moments; with Livecast365, no one will have to. Livecast365 will assist Teays Valley at a time when attendance will be severely limited due to Covid-19 restrictions. Not to mention, the school district will have more diverse and unique opportunities to support their advertisers. Our unique partnership with Teays Valley provides them with greater control of revenue generating opportunities for clubs, teams, and the district itself.

Through Livecast365, creators have the capability to bypass cable, broadcast, and satellite television platforms (the companies that traditionally act as a controller/distributor of such content). In short, you can create your very own and personally branded TV channel. What's even better? All of your generated revenue stays in your pocket. You can create live streaming content, pre-programmed content, pay-per-view content, subscriber content, and socially shareable content. Anywhere, anytime, through Livecast365. Our platform allows viewers to choose when, where, and how they watch your content.

About Teays Valley Local Schools

Teays Valley Local School District is a community located just outside of Columbus, Ohio, and is the largest school district in Pickaway County. It services the communities of South Bloomfield, Ashville, and Commercial Point. Teays Valley Local Schools serves over 4,000 students and their families.
* https://www.tvsd.us/
* https://www.facebook.com/teaysvalleyschools
* @TV_Athletics

About LiveCast365
Create it. Stream it. Own it(TM). Based in Columbus, Ohio, Livecast365 is the most original, affordable, user friendly, and over-the-top digital content delivery network in the world. Through a proprietary online tool that aggregates digital content, customers can create easy-to-use, user-generated, revenue generating, live streaming TV networks and channels. These channels can be easily broadcasted over Amazon Fire, Apple TV, Roku, proprietary web and mobile apps, and various social media networks. All while allowing customers to own their content and advertising profits.

* https://livecast365.com/
* https://www.facebook.com/Livecast365
* https://www.instagram.com/livecast365/
* @livecast365

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Brill Devore, CTO
Livecast365
614-371-8071
Brill@livecast365.com

Joel Baker, Athletic Director
Teays Valley High School
740-983-5020
jbaker@tvsd.us

Related link: https://livecast365.com/

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Historic Ironworks Factory Creates Products that Protect in Face of Pandemic

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- A third-generation, family-owned and operated ornamental iron and metal fabrication company, Fortin Ironworks, is stepping up to create new products driven by a surge in consumer safety. These American-made products are destined to be an integral part of the "new normal."

Manufacturing products designed to keep people safe is not a new concept for Fortin Ironworks. In fact, it's been doing it for nearly 75 years with specialized items such as decorative handrails, fencing and gates. But now with the recent COVID-19 pandemic, like so many other businesses, it's getting requests for new ways of doing things.

"Our historic old company has been asked to produce more consumer safety products," Robert Fortin, product developer, says. "Specifically, 'new norm' products that will soon be popping up everywhere."

Fortin Ironworks has now added foot pulls, touchless keys and mask brackets to its product lineup. The company is equipped with high-tech laser machines which can create beautifully engraved, custom pieces that not only look good, but can help businesses with branding and create that personal touch (or touchless) experience for individuals who enjoy artisan creations too.

These new foot pulls and touchless keys are designed to limit the number of items that people have to touch on a daily basis. Foot pulls are easy to install, touchless keys are easy to use and eye-catching face mask brackets ensure that people are not just another face in the crowd.

"We can engrave just about anything on these foot pulls, touchless keys and mask brackets from logos and names to school mascot images and many organizations are asking for that," Fortin says.

Foot pulls are ideal for hospitals, schools, restaurants and factories - basically anywhere there are high numbers of people.

"It's a new world out there and we plan to be part of it for years to come," Fortin says. "We want our consumers to move into the future with confidence and are committed to our mission to protect."

Learn more about custom metal fabrication: https://www.fortinironworks.com/metal-fabrication/

About Fortin Ironworks

Founded in 1946, Fortin Ironworks got its start as a small iron repair shop. Today, it designs and manufactures local installation of all commercial and residential ironwork needs. Its staff of 40 is comprised of highly-skilled craftsmen, artisans, estimators, salesmen and installers and products are manufactured in its 56,000 square-foot facility. There's a 5,600-square foot show room too.

For more information: https://www.fortinironworks.com/

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Photo Caption: Fortin Ironworks' Touch Less Door Opener Key.

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World Class Title Launches WCTALWAYS SECURE PLAN Against Real Estate Title Fraud

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- World Class Title, a tech forward real estate title agency licensed in Ohio, Florida, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Michigan and New Jersey, announces its successful launch of the WCTALWAYS SECURE PLAN(TM) (WCTAPP). WCTAPP is a multi-level approach to prevent real estate wire fraud within title transactions.

It consists of using secured email within every transaction, ALWAYS. In addition, it includes using SafeWire(TM) to send secured wire instructions and authenticate that parties in the transaction are who they say they are, ALWAYS. And finally, people. Thoroughly trained title professionals communicating early and often with consumers to keep their funds safe.

According to the Treasury Department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), real estate wire fraud is estimated to cost the real estate industry approximately $48 million a month.

"Unfortunately, this problem is going to get worse before it gets better. And it's up to us to fix it. According to NAR, consumers have a 63% satisfaction rate of a traditional real estate transaction. What happens if they are no longer confident that their funds are safe anymore? If that number becomes 43%, our industry is in a lot of trouble," said Chris Sauerzopf, co-owner of World Class Title and co-founder of SafeWire.

"World Class Title is proud to continue leading the title industry with cutting edge technology and processes to keep clients, consumers and our industry safe from wire fraud," said Kelley Shumaker, co-owner of World Class Title.

About World Class Title:

World Class Title (WCT) is a group of real estate title experts who work tirelessly to elevate the real estate closing process. Licensed in six states (Ohio, Florida, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Michigan and New Jersey), WCT uses technology, social media, professional photography, video and sophisticated marketing strategies to help REALTORS and mortgage professionals increase their business. WCT focuses and invests heavily in improving the consumer experience by offering remote closings, digital signing, convenient SwiftSellerSignings(TM) and more!

For more information, visit https://www.worldclasstitle.com/ or email info@worldclasstitle.com.

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SafeChain Partners with RamQuest to Provide Fraud-Free Closings

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- SafeChain, the industry leader in wire fraud prevention technology and blockchain applications for land title, announced today its SafeWire application has been fully integrated into RamQuest's Closing Market application - making SafeWire available as a seamless experience to title offices nationwide.

"Improving functionality for RamQuest clients will be essential as we look toward eliminating wire fraud," said Rob Zwink, CTO at SafeChain. "We know human error accounts for the majority of wire fraud detection failure. Consequently, ensuring that agencies' escrow and closing teams can access SafeWire within RamQuest's Closing Market provides the ideal connection. It enables agencies to reduce their exposure without making major changes in their processes."

SafeWire protects real estate wire transactions with multi-source verification. By digitally identifying all transaction participants it assures agencies that the information cannot be tampered with or intercepted by unauthorized parties. This allows bank account authentication, two way sharing of secure documents, collection of wet signatures, and continuous secure communication from pre to post-closing. SafeWire works with buyer and seller banks to ensure all authorized parties receive funds.

"We're committed to developing integrations that empower our customers to grow their business," RamQuest CSO Ben Cork said. "The SafeWire integration is just one example of this and gives RamQuest customers an easy solution to securely communicate sensitive information, verify bank accounts, and ultimately deter fraud."

About RamQuest, Inc

RamQuest, Inc. is a Texas-based corporation that has been serving the title industry since 1991. As the provider of the title insurance and settlements industry's most comprehensive solutions, RamQuest products are currently in use for closings in all 50 states. For more information about RamQuest, visit https://ramquest.com/.

About SafeChain

SafeChain makes real estate transactions safer and modernizes operations for both the public and private sectors of the land title industry. Built by real estate title experts in collaboration with banking technologists, SafeChain tackles the inefficiencies of the home buying and selling process from the inside-out to help title companies, mortgage bankers, realtors and local governments decrease costs and deliver a better experience for customers. Leveraging the most advanced technologies, including blockchain, SafeChain increases the speed and security of real estate closings to deliver faster transactions. For more information visit https://www.safewire.com/ramquest.

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Texan Title Taps SafeWire by SafeChain to Provide Protection Against Wire Fraud

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- SafeChain, the industry leader in wire fraud prevention software and blockchain implementation for land title, announced today that Texan Title has chosen SafeWire(TM) to defend its clients' wire transactions against fraud. The blockchain-backed platform will be deployed across Texan Title's family of title companies located across Texas, including South Land Title, Prominent Title, Washington County Abstract, Guaranty Title Company of Grimes County and Security Title.

"As Texan Title seeks to drive more robust growth, we are also keenly aware of maintaining the security and integrity of our clients' transactions," said Todd Purifoy, Chief Information Officer at Texan Title. "To that end, as we seek to leverage blockchain throughout all of our operations, SafeWire was the clear choice for helping us prevent wire fraud and protect our clients' funds, as it is the industry's only wire fraud prevention platform leveraging blockchain today."

SafeWire enables title agents to conduct identity verification and account ownership authentication on both the buyer and seller in the real estate transaction to prevent wire transfers to unauthorized parties and/or accounts. As an added safeguard, the platform uses blockchain technology to securely store and transmit wiring instructions, thus circumventing the major source of wire fraud today -- business email compromise schemes.

"For growth-minded title agencies, addressing fraud must be at the top of their list of concerns," said Tony Franco, CEO and co-founder of SafeChain. "Having fully embraced the power of blockchain across its organization, Texan Title represents the future of our industry -- innovation-friendly, technology-focused, security-minded title agencies committed to using any and all means at their disposal to improve operations and protect their clients throughout the home buying and selling process."

About SafeChain

SafeChain makes real estate transactions safer and modernizes operations for both the public and private sectors of the land title industry. Built by real estate title experts in collaboration with banking technologists, SafeChain tackles the inefficiencies of the home buying and selling process from the inside-out to help title companies, mortgage bankers, realtors and local governments decrease costs and deliver a better experience for customers. Leveraging the most advanced technologies, including blockchain, SafeChain increases the speed and security of real estate closings to deliver faster transactions and better consumer confidence. For more information visit https://www.safechain.io.

About Texan Title

Texan Title Holdings is the parent company of a family of independent, local, homegrown title agencies, with more than 20 offices licensed in 38 Texas counties. While having a large presence in Texas, our title agencies are still local enough to provide professional service with a personal touch. Our expert teams are committed to ensuring the success of every transaction, regardless of the location of the property. The Texan Title family of companies has access to experienced real estate attorneys, title examiners and escrow officers in Abilene, Austin, Brenham, the Houston metroplex and Bryan/College Station. As independent title agents, we have the ability to write title insurance for multiple underwriters, giving us the flexibility to ensure your transaction closes quickly and smoothly. For more information, visit https://www.texantitleholdings.com.

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Anthony Vince’ Nail Spa Opens at The Shops at Worthington Place, Worthington, Ohio

WORTHINGTON, Ohio -- The long awaited and anticipated Anthony Vince' Nail Spa is now open at The Shops at Worthington Place. The renovated up-scale mall is the perfect place to host this one-of-a-kind high-end nail salon in the Worthington/Columbus area. Anthony Vince' Nail Spa is focused on the pursuit of excellence and beauty. Their goal is simple: To make you feel like their only guest.

Relax in their luxurious spa pedicure chairs and complete your nail care service under their signature blue sky. All services are performed by their highly-trained and licensed staff. They are focused on being the best in the industry and provide their clients the most up-to-date services using professional nail care lines.

Mall owners, Walter Floyd and Tom Carter, state: "Anthony Vince' Nail Spa, with its high-end services, exceptional build out and spectacular customer service, creates demand in the marketplace and complements our current tenant mix. Its addition is right in line with our overall strategy to add 'Best in Class' businesses that both help fuel the local economy and cater to the health and beauty consumer in and around the Columbus market."

Anthony Vince' Nail Spa is a premier nail care destination founded in 2004. Under visionary leadership, the salon has grown from one location to more than 60 locations across the country. This location is the third salon in Columbus, Ohio.

The Shops at Worthington Place location will be the largest in Ohio, including over 6,000 sq. ft. and offering 40 pedicure chairs. Salon services include: nail services, waxing, facials and relaxation massages. Kids' services are also available for prince/princess manicures and pedicures.

Kelly Wherley, Director of Operations, states: "We are excited to branch out into the Worthington market and there is no better place than The Shops at Worthington Place. Our exquisite surroundings transport you to a calm, serene atmosphere where you can relax and be pampered. Our goal is for the guest to relax/rejuvenate and to ensure that every individual leaving our salon looks and feels their best."

Learn more at: https://www.anthonyvincenailspa.com/

Anthony Vince' Nail Spa, 7227 N High St, Worthington, OH 43085.

About The Shops at Worthington Place:

The Shops at Worthington Place is located in the established affluent bedroom community of Worthington, outside of Columbus, Ohio. This "Mall" mainstay has been servicing the community for four decades. Polished and refurbished in 2011, The Shops at Worthington Place was one of the first, and is now the premier hassle-free, indoor boutique shopping complex in the Columbus marketplace. The center is built on 20 acres of mixed-used site with 130,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space, 10,000 square feet of office space, and 55,000 square feet of grocer.

Amid inviting gathering spots and convenient parking, they offer a unique range of over 36 premium shops and restaurants, such as Talbots, Orvis, Urban Baggerie, Learning Express Toys, Worthington Dental Group, Piada Italian Street Food, Pies & Pints, First Watch, Panera Bread, Aladdin's Eatery, Kroger and much more. The Shops at Worthington Place is conveniently located off Interstate 270. For more tenant information and deals visit http://shopworthingtonplace.com/.

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Michigan-Based Liberty Title Deploys SafeWire to Protect Against Wire Fraud

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- SafeChain, the industry leader in wire fraud prevention software and blockchain implementation for land title, announced today that Liberty Title, the fourth largest independent title company in Michigan, has selected SafeWire(TM) to safeguard wiring instructions as part of the firm's "Umbrella by Liberty Title" program.

Consumers that choose Liberty Title to close both sides of their transaction are automatically enrolled in the program and receive protection that extends to their real estate agent and lender through every phase of the closing process.

"With wire fraud and identity theft continuing to plague real estate transactions, we launched our Umbrella program to provide our customers with peace of mind that their funds and identities are protected throughout the closing process," said Michele Richardson, President at Liberty Title. "SafeWire plays a critical role in helping Liberty Title deliver pre-closing protection to our customers by providing a secure, blockchain-backed portal through which we can communicate wiring instructions, and we are delighted to partner with SafeChain to help ensure our customers' transactions remain fraud-free from start to finish."

SafeWire provides title agents with the ability to verify the identities of both the buyer and seller in the transaction and authenticate bank account ownership to ensure funds are transferred to authorized parties and accounts. In addition, the platform utilizes blockchain technology to securely store and transmit wiring instructions for real estate transactions, preventing fraudsters from intercepting and tampering with transaction data.

"Title agencies cannot be too cautious or too careful when it comes to preventing wire fraud, and we firmly support efforts like 'Umbrella by Liberty Title' that seek to provide the highest levels of transaction security and protection possible," said Tony Franco, CEO and co-founder of SafeChain. "With this program, Liberty Title has made a firm declaration regarding its commitment to shielding consumers from harm in the homebuying process, and we encourage all title agencies to adopt a similar pledge to help collectively stamp out real estate wire fraud."

About SafeChain:

SafeChain makes real estate transactions safer and modernizes operations for both the public and private sectors of the land title industry. Built by real estate title experts in collaboration with banking technologists, SafeChain tackles the inefficiencies of the home buying and selling process from the inside-out to help title companies, mortgage bankers, realtors and local governments decrease costs and deliver a better experience for customers. Leveraging the most advanced technologies, including blockchain, SafeChain increases the speed and security of real estate closings to deliver faster transactions and better consumer confidence. For more information visit https://www.safechain.io.

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