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FNTG NY Agency launches all-new Agent Resource Program

As one of the nation's largest providers of title insurance and escrow services, Fidelity National Title Group (FNTG) NY Agency is launching "Total Access," a business-building program that provides top agents with direct access to FNTG's staff, tools, and resources. Total Access includes: * Enhanced website. Visitors to fntgnyagency.com can quickly and easily connect with the resources and people that help facilitate the title insurance process. * Channel FNTG. FNTG's all-new media channel provides agents access to informative blogs and the latest seminar and webinar listings. * Agency Business Advisors. Every FNTG-approved title agency is entitled to this agency advisory service which offers customized seminars, on-site employee training, and other marketing services. Commented Ted Werner, Senior Vice President, New York State Agency Manager, "Fidelity National Title Group's mission is to be the premier partner for independent agents seeking the finest in title insurance brands and services. With that in mind, we developed Total Access to fully support our top agents by providing them with unparalleled access to FNTG's people, reserves, and resources. We believe these initiatives can greatly enhance the capabilities of our agents, while helping us both to succeed in this highly competitive market."
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