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First American

First American

10,001+ employees

Provides title insurance and real estate services

Real Estate
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$20 - $25Hourly

Entry

San Luis Obispo, CA, USA

Category
Administrative & Executive Assistance
Administrative Support
Customer Service & Reception
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • Passion for meeting new people and helping them get what they need
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and willingness to learn other technology as needed
  • Strong work ethic and meets commitments
  • Thrives in contributing to a team working together to deliver beyond customer expectations
  • High school diploma or equivalent
Responsibilities
  • Greet, interact, and assist visitors and customers
  • Answer and direct incoming phone calls
  • Support the team by gathering, reviewing, and preparing documents; maintaining accounts; setting up appointments; assembling document packages
  • Receive, sort and route mail
  • Order and maintain office supplies and equipment

First American provides title insurance, specialty insurance, and various real estate-related services. Their title insurance protects buyers from potential ownership disputes and ensures smooth real estate transactions by offering professional settlement services. The company also offers a platform called myFirstAm®, which allows users to access property information, maps, and manage orders conveniently. Unlike many competitors, First American has a vast database of over 5.5 billion document images and property information covering 99% of the U.S. housing stock, which enhances their data solutions for clients. The goal of First American is to facilitate real estate transactions while protecting investments and providing comprehensive support to homebuyers, real estate professionals, and lenders.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$800.2M

Headquarters

Santa Ana, California

Founded

1889

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • First American's strategic acquisitions, such as Mother Lode Holding Company, enhance its market position and service offerings.
  • The company's focus on digital transformation, evidenced by the acquisition of Docutech, positions it well for future growth in the digital mortgage space.
  • Being recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For highlights a positive work culture and strong employee satisfaction.

What critics are saying

  • The recent data breach allegations could damage First American's reputation and customer trust.
  • The highly competitive real estate and insurance markets require continuous innovation to maintain market share.

What makes First American unique

  • First American's comprehensive suite of services, from title insurance to real estate data solutions, offers a one-stop-shop for real estate transactions, unlike competitors who may specialize in only one area.
  • Their proprietary platform, myFirstAm®, provides seamless access to property information and transaction management, setting them apart in terms of technological integration.
  • The company's extensive database, covering 99% of U.S. housing stock, provides unparalleled data insights for real estate and mortgage decisions.

Benefits

401k matching

Health, vision, dental insurance

Professional development