Deadline: May 5, 2026
Last updated: March 17, 2026
DC Title Insurance Restitution – Washington DC Homebuyers Could Claim $500 by May 5, 2026
If you bought or sold a home in Washington DC and used one of several specific title companies, your real estate agent may have been paid to steer you there. The DC AG settled with the companies, and eligible DC residents can claim a flat $500. No proof of damages required — just file before May 5, 2026.
Deadline: May 5, 2026
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Applies to
Washington DC
Main deadline
May 5, 2026
Benefit
Flat $500 cash payment for eligible DC homebuyers and sellers
Official site
https://dcoagtitleinsurancerestitution.com
What happened
- Several DC title insurance companies paid real estate agents financial kickbacks to steer homebuyers toward them
- The DC Office of the Attorney General investigated and reached settlements with the companies
- Companies involved include Allied Title & Escrow, Alliance Title Services, Clear Title Solutions, Eversure Title, Title Pro Group, Washington Title Team, Modern Settlements, Union Settlements, and Universal Title
- DC residents who used these agents and title companies during the relevant period are eligible for restitution
What you can get
Cash payment
$500
Flat payment, no proof of damages required
Key dates
| Action | Date | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Claim deadline | May 5, 2026 | Last day to file a claim |
Who may qualify
- Bought or sold a home in Washington DC during the relevant period Used one of the involved title companies (see list on official site) Used a real estate agent who was receiving kickbacks from those title companies
How to file
- Visit the official claims site at dccombinedtitleinsurance.claims-administrator.com Log in using your Claim Number and PIN from your mailed or emailed notice If you didn't receive a notice, log in with your email address and upload supporting documentation Select your preferred payment method and provide your IRS W-9 information Submit before May 5, 2026
Proof required
- Claim Number and PIN from mailed or emailed notice (preferred) If no notice received: email address login + documentation to support your claim IRS W-9 information required for all claimants (DC law requires this for financial screening)
Payment timing
Payment method selected during claim filing. Note: if you owe taxes or child support to DC, your payment may be reduced or withheld.
Important links
Contact
Phone: 833-709-5389
Email: DCOAGTitleInsuranceRestitution@noticeadministrator.com
Mail: DC OAG Title Insurance Restitution\
c/o Analytics Consulting LLC\
PO Box 2002\
Chanhassen, MN 55317-2002
Extra details
- The DC Office of the Chief Financial Officer will check if you owe any debt to the District before authorizing payment — tax or child support debts may reduce your award
- The OAG confirms this is a legitimate process and not a scam — you can verify at (202) 442-9828 or consumer.protection@dc.gov
- You must provide a Social Security number (W-9) — this is required by DC law, not optional
Use the official website
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Info only. Verify details on the official site. Not legal, financial, or tax advice. Legal
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