Kensington Vanguard National Land Services, a leading independent title insurance agency based in New York City, has announced the appointment of Roger B. Saylor, Esq., as Vice President of National Commercial Business Development. Based in Detroit, Saylor will spearhead the company's Michigan operations, leveraging his extensive experience in the commercial title insurance industry to serve developers, lawyers, lenders, and brokers. This strategic move underscores Kensington Vanguard's commitment to expanding its footprint in the Midwest, following recent growth in Illinois, Kentucky, and Indiana.
Joining Saylor in the Michigan office is Zack Marco, who has been appointed as National Senior Commercial Underwriting Counsel. Together, they aim to elevate the level of title and escrow services available to the Michigan commercial real estate market, while also supporting Michigan-based clients nationwide. Saylor expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity to contribute to Kensington Vanguard's mission, highlighting the company's robust resources and national reach as key advantages.
Brian Cooper, Co-CEO of Kensington Vanguard, remarked on the strategic importance of this expansion, noting the company's significant growth in the Midwest over the past few years. The addition of Saylor to the leadership team is seen as a complementary step that enhances the company's existing regional presence and capabilities. This expansion is particularly significant given the current dynamics of the commercial real estate market, where specialized title services can streamline complex transactions and reduce risk for stakeholders.
Kensington Vanguard operates through three distinct divisions: Commercial, Residential, and 1031 Exchange Services. The Commercial Division specializes in complex real estate transactions, catering to a diverse clientele that includes property owners, developers, and institutional lenders. The Residential Division focuses on title insurance and settlement services for residential transactions, supported by advanced technology and a client-centric operating model. The 1031 Exchange Services Division, through Legal 1031 Exchange Services, offers expert advice and services to clients looking to defer capital gains taxes on investment property sales under IRC §1031.
Headquartered in New York City, Kensington Vanguard has established itself as one of the largest full-service national title insurance and settlement agencies in the United States. With offices across multiple states, the company serves a wide range of clients, from law firms to residential lenders, as part of the CRC Group, a prominent wholesale specialty insurance distributor. The appointment of Saylor and Marco marks a pivotal step in Kensington Vanguard's strategy to deepen its regional expertise and provide localized support within the growing Midwest market.
