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Touchstone Closing partners with Accurate Title

Andover, MA Real estate organization Touchstone Closing continues its expansion through a partnership with Accurate Title, welcoming industry leaders Carol DeCola, Jack Bielagus, and Susan Contos, along with a team of title professionals. Together, the companies strengthen their presence across New England.

As part of this alignment, Jack O’Donohue will step into the role of CEO of Accurate Title. DeCola, Bielagus, and Contos will all remain in their leadership positions and maintain oversight of day-to-day operations with expanded resources and infrastructure of Touchstone.

There are no planned changes to staffing, client relationships, or daily operations. The partnership enhances resources, technology, and strategic support while preserving the culture and leadership that clients have trusted for decades.

“We felt an instant affinity for Touchstone’s energy, values and forward-thinking culture. The partnership with Touchstone will be welcomed by our staff and clients,” said President Carol DeCola.

“Accurate Title has built an outstanding reputation over more than four decades,” said Jack O’Donohue, CEO and Managing Partner of Touchstone Closing and Accurate Title. “Our role is to support and accelerate that success while preserving the leadership, relationships, and culture that make Accurate so respected.”

This announcement comes as Touchstone celebrates a milestone 10 years in business, making this union a powerful moment of growth and strength.

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