Buffie Michelle Yates
Plainview,TX
Summary
Experienced Title Professional and Certified Notary Public with over 11 years of expertise in title abstracting, title research, and real estate document preparation. Proven background as a Lead Abstractor conducting land, lot and block, and mineral research; indexing county records; and supporting escrow and closing processes, including wind and solar energy projects. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable with strong knowledge of Texas property records and curative procedures. Recently provided private in-home care, strengthening interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Now eager to return to the title industry and contribute experience and dedication to a professional team.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
In-Home Private Caregiver
Larry and Pat Walter
03.2025 - Current
- Provide compassionate, personalized care to elderly clients in their homes
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and medication reminders
- Monitor health conditions and ensure client safety and comfort
- Maintain detailed records and communicate effectively with families
In-Home Private Caregiver
Simplicity Home Care
Albuquerque, NM
03.2025 - 01.2026
- Provide compassionate, personalized care to elderly clients in their homes
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and medication reminders
- Monitor health conditions and ensure client safety and comfort
- Maintain detailed records and communicate effectively with families
In-Home Private Caregiver
Darrell Hoover
Amarillo, Texas
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Provide compassionate, personalized care to elderly clients in their homes
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and medication reminders
- Monitor health conditions and ensure client safety and comfort
- Maintain detailed records and communicate effectively with families
Special Projects Coordinator
Hale County Abstract & Title Company, L.P.
Plainview, TX
12.2020 - 08.2023
- Conducted detailed title research across six counties using public records
- Prepared ownership reports and legal documentation for examination
- Analyzed deeds, liens, judgments, and legal descriptions
- Supported major wind and solar energy title projects
- Utilized RamQuest, Halfil-System, and Excel for title tracking and reporting
Lead Abstractor
Countywide Title Company
Plainview, TX
08.2012 - 12.2020
- Served as Lead Abstractor responsible for complete title research and reporting
- Performed land, lot and block, and mineral abstracting
- Indexed county property records for accuracy and retrieval
- Assisted escrow officers with document preparation and closings
- Worked closely with lenders and surveyors to resolve title issues
- Supported wind farm land lease projects throughout Hale County
- Maintained organized title files and met strict deadlines.
Education
High School -
05-1986
Skills
- Title Abstracting (Land, Lot & Block, Mineral Searches)
- Title Research & Examination
- County Records Indexing
- Document Preparation & Closing Support
- Curative Work Support with Lenders & Surveys
- Escrow Assistance
- Wind & Solar Project Title Support
- Real Estate Documentation
- Notary Public
- RamQuest, Halfil-System, Microsoft Excel
- Records Management
- Strong Organizational & Communication
Certification
Notary Public – State of Texas
Timeline
In-Home Private Caregiver
Larry and Pat Walter
03.2025 - Current
In-Home Private Caregiver
Simplicity Home Care
03.2025 - 01.2026
In-Home Private Caregiver
Darrell Hoover
10.2023 - 12.2024
Special Projects Coordinator
Hale County Abstract & Title Company, L.P.
12.2020 - 08.2023
Lead Abstractor
Countywide Title Company
08.2012 - 12.2020
High School -
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Strong knowledge of Texas real estate title procedures
- Self-starter with excellent attention to detail
- Known for dependability, accuracy, and professionalism