Comprehensive support for commercial property builders and developers

We're your partner from site acquisition to certificate of occupancy.

At Sun Title, we understand the unique challenges faced by commercial property builders and developers. Whether you’re acquiring a site, managing construction or preparing for the final draw and completion of the project, our team of commercial title and construction draw experts is here to guide you every step of the way.

We specialize in delivering the unique endorsements and protections that commercial lenders require, ensuring that your projects are safeguarded from start to finish. Our team also excels in the fast and accurate processing of construction draw requests, keeping your projects on track and your contractors delighted with fast turnaround times on payment requests.

With Sun Title, you gain a trusted partner committed to supporting your vision from the initial acquisition to the successful completion of your development.

If you have specific questions or want to learn more about how we support our builder and developer clients, search our extensive library of videos and written resources.

An elevated commercial closing experience.

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Accurate title commitments

Our team is dedicated to providing accurate title commitments and supporting documents in a timely manner after you request a title search. We also specialize in complex and multi-track title searches and work with public and private sector customers on all forms of land transfers.
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Pragmatic title clearance

We’re experts in the complexities of title requirements and work to satisfy all issues prior to closing. Our on-staff attorneys provide an additional resource to help problem solve and align transactional stakeholders around efficient and pragmatic solutions to issues that arise. 
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Preliminary and final closing statements

We want you to have access to the details at every stage. Before you close, our team provides a preliminary closing statement to prepare you and your client for closing. Last-minute changes and final adjustments to the closing statement will be made by our team on an expedited basis.
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Convenient closing options

Closing doesn’t have to be laborious. Sun Title offers convenient closing options, allowing for secure, remote or in-person options, whichever works best for your schedule.
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Timely recordings and final policy delivery

Following the closing, we will record all documents in a timely manner with the county where the property is located and issue the title insurance policy within 30 business days following the closing.
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A partner after closing

For most title companies, once you close, you’re on your own. Sun Title’s staff maintain our relationship with you long after closing, providing copies of documents and remaining available to answer any questions and troubleshoot any issues that may arise.

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We specialize in providing comprehensive title services for all types of commercial transactions.
Our team of experienced professionals has a deep understanding of the commercial title and escrow processes and a proven track record of successful closings. We pride ourselves on delivering efficient, reliable and transparent title services.
$700k
120 acre farmland
$27.3m
Residential townhome development
$38.9m
Mixed-use downtown high-rise building construction
$18.6m
Downtown hotel/restaurant construction

Sun Title commercial team

Our title team comes from diverse backgrounds in real estate, law and finance, bringing decades of knowledge to the table. This rich tapestry of experience ensures that no matter the complexity of the transaction, we have the expertise to handle it.
Lawrence Duthler
President
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Tom Cronkright
CEO
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Karl Albrecht
Commercial Title Officer
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Kim Cook
Commercial Department Manager
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Deanna Dargis
Account Executive
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Cindy Hewitt
Commercial Title Examiner
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April Holm
Commercial Market Manager
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Kalamazoo
Terry Koch
Escrow Officer
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Tami McGillen
Commercial Escrow Officer
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Denise Nowak
Account Executive
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Hayden Pattock
Commercial Office Coordinator/ Post Closing Specialist
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TJ Pontarelli
Commercial Escrow Manager
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Laurie Reed
Commercial Escrow Officer
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Craig Wandrie
Senior Commercial Escrow Officer
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Kyle Wilson
Commercial Escrow Officer
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