Boutique Service. Attorney Expertise. Real Results
Boutique Service. Attorney Expertise. Real Results.
Northeast Florida real estate is competitive—and your closing team needs to be just as sharp as your agent. At Atlantic Coast Title and Escrow, Maria Coutu and Christina Tatum deliver legal-level service with concierge precision. Both attorneys by trade, these partners are building one of Jacksonville’s most trusted closing firms—one relationship at a time.
This article uses insights from the full episode transcript at tracyhayespodcast.com/127.
Two Attorneys. One Mission: Elevate the Closing Experience.
Maria Coutu founded Atlantic Coast Title and Escrow in 2018 after transitioning from civil litigation. She knew Northeast Florida needed something different—attorney-led closings that weren’t stuffy or inaccessible.
Christina Tatum joined in 2019, bringing criminal defense experience, teaching credentials, and a sharp eye for detail. Together, they built a brand around availability, personalization, and legal insight without the “law firm” price tag.
They don’t just run a title company—they run it like top-tier professionals who know what it takes to win trust.
Why Agents Trust Maria and Christina
What sets them apart? Accessibility, clarity, and a refusal to overcomplicate the process.
“Every person's point of contact is still through us.”
“We’re attorneys—but we’re accessible. And we don’t charge law firm fees.”
They don’t outsource communication or bury agents in layers of process. When you work with Atlantic Coast Title, you work with Maria or Christina. Period.
“One agent told me, ‘I feel like I’m your only agent.’ That’s the goal.”
Local Experts Across Jacksonville, Nocatee, and St. Augustine
Maria and Christina handle complex deals from across Northeast Florida—St. Johns County, Nocatee, Jacksonville, and the Beaches. Whether it’s a vacation home in St. Augustine, a new build in Nocatee, or a probate sale in Jacksonville, their experience shines.
They’ve seen the land fraud scams, handled international closings, and tracked down missing spouses in divorce transactions. They’re not just attorneys—they’re problem-solvers who keep deals on track.
Real-World Scenarios That Define Their Value
Vacant Land Fraud – In three separate cases, they uncovered fraudulent sellers impersonating out-of-state owners. Neighbor alerts saved buyers from scams.
Divorce Complications – Christina tracked down a missing spouse needed for a quitclaim deed. Legal insight prevented massive delays.
Probate & International – One deal required navigating international laws; another involved multiple heirs. Their legal background saved weeks of back-and-forth.
4 Northeast Florida FAQs
Q: What areas in Northeast Florida are best for families?
A: Nocatee, St. Johns County, and parts of Ponte Vedra are top-rated for schools and lifestyle communities.
Q: Why is title insurance important for Florida buyers?
A: It protects your ownership from hidden claims, fraud, and recording errors—especially crucial in high-transfer states like Florida.
Q: Are attorney-run title companies common in Jacksonville?
A: No—and that’s the point. Maria and Christina deliver attorney access without the legal firm complexity or costs.
Q: What should agents watch for with vacant land contracts?
A: Pricing too good to be true, mobile notary requests, and out-of-state sellers. Fraud is rampant—especially through online lead sources.
Work With a Title Company That Works for You
If you want proactive communication, legal-level service, and closings your clients will actually remember, contact Atlantic Coast Title and Escrow.
This is what true professionalism looks like in the closing seat.
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🎧 Full episode: tracyhayespodcast.com/127
🎪 YouTube channel: Real Estate Excellence on YouTube
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