COVID-19 Update

As we all navigate local, state and federal response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), I wanted to reach out to remind you that LTAMS is here for you every step of the way. We understand that you are facing unique business challenges and we stand ready to help you in any way we can. By working together as a community, I know we can meet those challenges.

So, what are we doing to assist you?

Compiling resources to help you continue operations
We have already identified several potential issues and are engaged in conversations with other stakeholders to try to minimize business interruption for you. For instance, will you continue to have access to public records, will RON evolve as a tool during this crisis, and what challenges will you face in a remote business environment? We have created a coronavirus resource landing page to share all of this information with you. This landing page includes information on:

Providing the latest on Chancery Clerk operational changes
Review the lastest chancery clerk operations information. This information is being updated regularly. If you know of updates, please email admin@ltams.org.

Arming you with business continuity best practices and safe closing protocols
These safe closing protocols were generated by other associations and some of our members, and we encourage you to continue sharing your ideas and success stories with us. Now is the time for everyone to prepare and implement needed changes.

Working to have title insurance listed among state’s essential businesses
This distinction will be very important if state officials temporarily close Mississippi businesses. Here’s the latest news on statewide restrictions implemented in other states like CaliforniaNew YorkPennsylvania, and Texas. Well connected? Make sure your contact knows that it is important that the land title industry be listed as “essential business.”