First American Title Insurance Company

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, as employees were settling in for their day, an unusual announcement crackled over the intercom: ‘Ladies and gentlemen, please be advised that our title insurance policy now covers lost umbrellas.’ Soon enough, a regular walked up to the receptionist, umbrella in hand, saying, 'I’d like to cash in on my new coverage.' The receptionist smiled and replied, 'Certainly, sir—just fill out this form.' A few minutes later, a delivery driver arrived, umbrella under his arm, explaining he needed compensation for his soggy suit. And then, one by one, neighbors came in with their missing umbrellas too. By lunchtime, First American Title was more of an umbrella exchange than an insurance company.

2. In the quiet hallway of First American Title Insurance Company, a delivery driver paused mid-step one afternoon. ‘Hey,’ he said, frowning, ‘isn’t that old safe always open now?’ The manager rushed over, rubbing his temples. 'That safe's been open since 1987,' he sighed. The delivery guy scratched his head and muttered, 'Guess I’ll just leave it unlocked then.' Everyone laughed, including the neighbor who’d been watching from across the street.

3. One afternoon, while a delivery driver was unloading boxes into the lobby, he noticed something odd in one of the crates—a tiny, handwritten note that read: ‘Dear Employees, if you find this, congratulations! You’ve won our secret lottery—one free title search!’ Overjoyed, the employee quickly scanned through the rest of the boxes but found no more notes. Later that day, during lunch break, everyone gathered around him, eagerly asking questions and sharing their own lucky stories. The manager, smiling mischievously, announced that there would indeed be a surprise prize—but only for those who could correctly guess how many titles they’d processed without errors that week.

4. In the early hours of one Monday morning, as employees were logging in on their computers, a strange message appeared on the company’s digital sign: ‘Today is your lucky day—bring your pet to work!’ The entire office was abuzz with excitement. Pets of every shape and size trooped into the building, from a tiny hamster in a cage to a massive Labrador bounding around. By lunchtime, the reception area resembled a zoo. When a delivery driver arrived with a boxed parrot, everyone held their breath—would it squawk or fly away? But alas, the bird just chirped cheerfully and settled down for some snacks, much to everyone's relief. That Monday became known within First American Title as 'Pet Day,' an annual tradition that brought unexpected joy and laughter.