15. Title examiners, abstractors, and searchers
2015 median wage – $44,370
There are many jobs that fall under this category, including abstract searcher and writer, title agent, checker or examiner, lease examiner and escrow officer, to name a few. These jobs have been paid with as little as $27,120 a year and as much as $78,230.
People working this job search real estate records, examine titles or summarize pertinent legal or insurance documents. A high school diploma or equivalent is required and there’s a short-term on-the-job training.
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