California Property Records
Title Search | Lien Reports | Deed Retrieval for All 58 Counties
Access official property records from any California county. You can search ownership history, discover liens, verify title status, and obtain deed copies online. Most reports are delivered same-day via email.
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California Property Record Services
California property records are maintained by the County Recorder's Office (sometimes called Clerk-Recorder) in each of the state's 58 counties. These public records include deeds, deeds of trust, liens, subdivision maps, easements, and other documents affecting real property ownership. According to the California Association of Realtors (CAR), thorough title research is essential for protecting ownership rights. That's why U.S. Title Records provides professional property title search services covering all California counties through a single ordering platform with same-day delivery for most requests.
What's Included in California Title Searches
Our California property records reports include current ownership and vesting information, recorded deeds of trust and mortgages, tax liens and judgment liens, mechanic's liens and HOA liens, chain of title history, foreclosure status (when applicable), and property tax information. It's worth noting that California uses deeds of trust rather than traditional mortgages for most real estate financing. The American Land Title Association (ALTA) recommends professional title searches before any real estate purchase. View all report options →
California Title Search Reports
Property Detail Record
This report provides current ownership, property address, assessed value, and recent transaction history. It's ideal for initial research on California properties.
Order Now →Property Lien Report
A comprehensive search that identifies deeds of trust, tax liens, judgment liens, mechanic's liens, and other encumbrances recorded in California.
Order Now →Full Property/Owner Lien Report
This report combines property and personal lien searches, making it recommended for foreclosure purchases and trustee sales.
Order Now →Preliminary Title Report
This comprehensive expanded title search is designed for due diligence and includes property liens, owner profile, easements, and transfer history.
Order Now →Chain of Title Report
This detailed report provides complete 30-year ownership history with copies of all recorded deeds in the chain for California properties.
Order Now →Deed Copy (Doc Image)
We retrieve certified copies of specific recorded documents including grant deeds, quitclaim deeds, deeds of trust, and reconveyances.
Order Now →Title Search by Name
This search locates all properties owned by an individual or entity in California, with statewide or nationwide search options available.
Order Now →Abstractor Services
Custom document retrieval handles records not available through standard searches, including microfilm records and building permits.
Order Now →All 58 California Counties
All California counties are searchable through our ordering system. Click a county to begin your search.
Understanding California Property Records
California is a "deed of trust" state, which means most real estate financing uses deeds of trust rather than traditional mortgages. When searching California property records, you'll find reconveyances (releases) instead of mortgage satisfactions. The state also requires a Preliminary Change of Ownership Report (PCOR) to be filed with each transfer, which provides additional property information. California's Documentary Transfer Tax is $0.55 per $500 of property value, and this amount is often stamped on recorded deeds to indicate sale price. According to the California Franchise Tax Board, understanding these requirements is essential for proper real estate transactions.
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Get ownership records, lien information, and title history for any California property. Most reports are delivered within 15-25 minutes.
Order Your Search NowWho Uses California Property Records
Real estate investors rely on our California title search services for due diligence on rental properties, fix-and-flip projects, and commercial acquisitions throughout the state. California's active foreclosure market makes thorough lien searches essential before purchasing at trustee sales.
Homebuyers verify ownership and identify potential issues before purchasing residential property in California's competitive housing market. Given the state's high property values, professional title searches are a wise investment before closing.
Real estate attorneys use our services to support litigation, closings, and client matters throughout California. Accurate title information is essential for proper legal representation in property disputes and transactions.
Mortgage lenders evaluate collateral and verify clear title before funding property loans in California. Our reports help financial institutions reduce risk and ensure regulatory compliance.
Title companies supplement in-house research with reports from our California network. This partnership approach delivers faster results for their clients across all 58 counties.
California Property Records Resources
For more information about searching California property records, explore these helpful guides:
Our Property Title Search Services page covers our complete range of California title search options.
Our Foreclosure & Auction Purchasing guide provides essential information for California trustee sale buyers.
Our Reading Preliminary Title Reports resource teaches you how to interpret your California title search results.
Our Property Records by State hub provides access to title searches for all 50 states.
Official California Real Estate Resources
These authoritative external resources provide additional information about California real estate and property records:
The California Association of Realtors (CAR) provides market data and resources for California real estate.
The American Land Title Association (ALTA) sets industry standards for title insurance nationwide.
The California Department of Real Estate (DRE) regulates real estate licensing and transactions in the state.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) provides consumer protection information for homebuyers.
Questions About California Property Records?
Our customer service team is available 7 days a week to assist you with California title searches and property record questions.