About Us

Who We Are

Our journey as the Minnesota Land Title Association (MLTA) began in 1908 with a mission to safeguard the integrity of land titles across the Land of 10,000 Lakes. Our title pros diligently provide abstracts of title, title insurance and a range of related services to support the real estate and lending sectors, all for the benefit of the public we serve. Thanks to the dedication of our fantastic members, we’re going strong today.

At MLTA, everyone has a voice. Our vibrant organization is steered by our Board of Directors and supported by enthusiastic volunteers who make up our Committee structure. Your contribution truly matters, and you are a part of shaping the future of our industry.

Being a part of MLTA comes with exclusive access to educational seminars tailored just for you throughout the year. We strengthen our advocacy efforts as we champion important real estate legislative initiatives, foster connections with other industry organizations or regulatory officials and keep you up to speed with the latest technology.

Join our diverse community of Abstractors, Title Insurance Agents, Closing Agents, Underwriters, Attorneys and other related professionals. Whether you’re an individual or a company involved in real estate title information, escrow closing services or affiliated professions, MLTA membership welcomes you with open arms.

Be a part of something special. Join MLTA today!

Our History

The story of the MLTA is a vibrant tapestry woven by the dedication and passion of its members, beginning in the early 1900s. Abstractors joined hands and volunteered their time to nurture their businesses and uphold their values.

Fast-forward a century, and this spirit still thrives as our members collaborate among themselves and with government bodies and private sectors, ensuring the seamless functioning of real estate processes throughout Minnesota.

We thank our trailblazers like William H. Pryor and Leon H. Schefers, whose invaluable insights have been preserved in MLTA’s archives. Their accounts and meticulous records over the decades paint a vivid picture of our history.

While we treasure and preserve where we came from, your contributions, clarifications and insights are essential as we strive for accuracy and inclusivity in our storytelling. Through these stories, we see the enduring threads of consistency, the winds of change and the cyclical nature of our association.