Lender Service, Inc., is a leading provider of property valuation, title and closing services to the first mortgage, home equity, and subprime markets, as well as to mortgage servicers and investors. Since 1967, LSI has provided products and services to the real estate lending industry that offer competitive advantages in terms of operating efficiencies and process enhancements for its clients. In early February 2003, Fidelity National Financial acquired LSI, creating the largest appraisal and title insurance firm in the industry. LSI performs property valuation and settlement services in all 50 states plus the District of Columbia. LSI maintains its headquarters in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania, a suburb of Pittsburgh, and employs more than 600 people. LSI has relationships with 23 of the nation's top 25 mortgage banks, the largest consumer finance companies, commercial equity lenders and government agencies. Because of its national reputation and proven business experience, LSI has strategic alliances with many of the mortgage banking industry's key players including Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. LSI is a member of the Mortgage Bankers Association of America, among many other associations. |