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What is a Title Search | Who performs a Title Search
- August 16, 2017
- Posted by: U.S. Title Records
- Category: Foreclosure, Lien and Title Search, Property records, Property records search, PROPERTY TITLE SEARCH, Real Estate, Title companies, Title reports
No CommentsWhat is a title search? Generally, a title search includes a review of public records to trace and verify legal ownership of real property, find tax information, determine if there are liens/encumbrances against the property and other exceptions to title. What specifically should be included in the title search depends on the purpose of the
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What are the differences between a title company, a title agency and a title research company?
- July 11, 2017
- Posted by: U.S. Title Records
- Category: deed, deed of trust, Deed retrictions, Foreclosure, Full chain of title, Judment Liens, Lien and Title Search, mortgage lien, Online copy of deed, preliminary report vs. full chain of title, Preliminary title report, Preliminary title search, property deed, Property records, Property records search, PROPERTY TITLE SEARCH, Public property records, Real Estate, REO Auction Property, Tax auctions, Title companies, Title reports
Clients are often confused about what the differences are between a title company, a title agency and a title research company. A title company is essentially an insurance company. It underwrites and issues a title insurance policy to insure the purchaser of the policy against financial losses caused by defects to title that were not
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Will a city or county office accept a preliminary title report from U.S. Title Records in connection with a building permit application?
- June 25, 2017
- Posted by: U.S. Title Records
- Category: Lien and Title Search, Preliminary title report, Preliminary title search, Property records, Property records search, PROPERTY TITLE SEARCH, Title companies, Title reports, Uncategorized
We are often asked whether a city planning or zoning or other governmental entity office will accept a preliminary title report from U.S. Title Records in connection with a building permit or similar application because it can be more convenient and less expensive. The answer depends on the type of office, the specific requirements, and
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What is the difference between the Preliminary Title Report (Complete Records Package) and the Full Chain of Title Report?
- June 22, 2017
- Posted by: U.S. Title Records
- Category: deed, Deed retrictions, easements, Full chain of title, HOA, Lien and Title Search, Online copy of deed, preliminary report vs. full chain of title, Preliminary title search, property deed, Property records, Property records search, PROPERTY TITLE SEARCH, Public court records, Public property records, quit claim deed, Title companies, Title reports, utility easements
Clients ask this question regularly! In general, a preliminary title report reflects ownership, liens/encumbrances and other exceptions to title. That information is obtained from documents recorded against a given property address or the assessor’s parcel number (APN). It is important to note that all preliminary title reports, whether obtained through U.S. Title Records or a
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Mendocino CA. county tax auctions question
- June 16, 2017
- Posted by: U.S. Title Records
- Category: Property records, Property records search, PROPERTY TITLE SEARCH, Public property records, Q & A, Real Estate, Tax auctions, Title reports
Question: Hi, Thanks for the information. I did not see the taxes currently owed, until just now. It all seems so odd, typically a property should be given 5 years worth of defaults before it’s auctioned off. But with the 1915 Act improvement bond it accelerates it to 6 months. That bond only adds an
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HOA question
- April 25, 2017
- Posted by: U.S. Title Records
- Category: HOA, Lien and Title Search, Property records, Property records search, PROPERTY TITLE SEARCH
Question: From: Matt L. Subject: HOA question Message Body: I recently purchased a new house as a new build in an allotment. When first did the plans there was no HOA after moving in we were told there is now an HOA I did not sign a PUD or anything HOA related at closing. Which
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Preliminary Title Report
- April 25, 2017
- Posted by: U.S. Title Records
- Category: Property records, Property records search, PROPERTY TITLE SEARCH
Question: From: Mark W. Subject: Preliminary Title Report Message Body: My city planning department is asking for a Preliminary Title Report before they will approve permits. Do you have a Report that will satisfy that need? Thanks! Answer: Mark, Yes. However, the requirements vary by city, county and state. Please let us know
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Report for property
- April 25, 2017
- Posted by: U.S. Title Records
- Category: Property records, Property records search, PROPERTY TITLE SEARCH
Question: From: Hattie F. Subject: Report for property Message Body: I am looking to purchase a property the seller bought from county tax sale. He sells under a quitclaim deed. Before purchasing I would to be able to later be able to get a free and clear title clear of any liens and other encumbrancers.
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U.S. Title Records, what product/services your company provides.
- April 25, 2017
- Posted by: U.S. Title Records
- Category: Property records, Property records search, PROPERTY TITLE SEARCH, Real Estate, Title companies
Queston: Aaron T. C. Sr. Message: Hello I would like to get a clear understanding of the product/services your company provides. Does your company provide information on new homeowners if so how soon does your company obtain this information. I can be reached at anytime even today which is Saturday April 22ND, 2017.
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How to get a lost copy of property deed online
- December 16, 2014
- Posted by: U.S. Title Records
- Category: deed, deed of trust, Full chain of title, property deed, Property records, Property records search, PROPERTY TITLE SEARCH, Public property records, Real Estate, Title companies
How to perform a Deed Search Whether you are buying a new property as a home or an investment, it is important that you ensure you have all the available information concerning the deed to a property. Researching the history, chain of title and ownership for a home or property is a vital part of protecting