Houston-based Stewart Title has purchased the business of Title West in Salt Lake City to complement it existing Utah operations. Stewart said in a release that the acquisition fits its overall expansion plans. Title West had been an independent agent of Stewart since 1987 and operates in Salt Lake and Utah counties.
“We’re excited to welcome everyone from Title West into the Stewart Title family,” said Dave Fauth, president of Stewart direct operations. “We have a long history of partnership and we appreciate the dedication they have to their clients and to the industry. We share the same core values of integrity and excellence in customer service — ensuring that this acquisition will benefit both our associates and the community.”
This addition will enable Stewart Title’s Utah direct operations to expand in the thriving Utah County market, the release said
“Joining with Stewart Title feels like a natural progression of our partnership,” said Mark Day, chief executive officer of Title West. “We are excited to have access to new products and services that will provide our customers with the best possible experience — making the entire closing process faster and more efficient.”