Quick Guide to U.S. Title Records Services
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U.S. Title Records provides professional property title search and property records research for investors, lenders, brokers, attorneys, and the general public. Whether you need to search for a title on a residential home, search for property title on a commercial building, or perform a title of property search on vacant land, our service covers every property type in all 3,250+ U.S. counties across all 50 states.
This guide helps you select the right title report search for your transaction. Our staff responds to client questions and makes recommendations on which report will provide the information you need. You can search title of property by address, search by title using the property owner's name, or order a comprehensive lien search to identify all recorded claims. Reports are delivered via email in PDF format. BBB A+ accredited since 2009.
Property Title Search Service Packages and Pricing
Select the title report search that matches the depth of research your transaction requires
| Service | What Is Included | Best Used For |
|---|---|---|
| Property Detail Report$29 | Current legal owner, vesting type, deed that transferred ownership, purchase date, sale price, open mortgages, tax assessed value, tax payment status, and property characteristics. | Quick ownership verification. Initial property evaluation before making an offer. Confirming who owns a property by address. Finding a property owner for direct outreach. |
| Deed Copy$45 | PDF scan of the actual recorded deed document with all signatures, notarizations, recording stamps, book and page numbers, legal description, and consideration paid. | Obtaining the physical deed for legal proceedings, estate administration, or loan applications. Verifying legal descriptions and deed type. Deed search by address. |
| Title Search by Name$75 / $535 | All real property owned by a specific individual or entity. Statewide search ($75) covers every county in one state. Nationwide search ($535) covers all 50 states. | Locating all properties owned by a person or LLC. Judgment recovery and asset identification. Probate estate inventory and heir search. Portfolio tracking for investors. |
| Property Lien Report$95 | All recorded liens against the property: mortgages, deeds of trust, judgment liens, tax liens, mechanic liens, HOA assessment liens, lis pendens, and code enforcement liens. | Buyer due diligence before making an offer. Identifying all debts attached to a property. Checking liens before closing. Homeowners verifying their property is lien-free. |
| Full Property/Owner Lien Report$195Recommended for Buyers | Everything in the Property Lien Report PLUS personal liens against the current owner: UCC filings from the Secretary of State, federal and state bankruptcy records, state tax warrants. Free foreclosure status report included. | All buyers performing due diligence, especially investors and auction buyers. Personal liens against the seller can become property liens at closing. This report catches clouds on title that the $95 report cannot. |
| Chain of Title Report$275 | Complete ownership history showing every deed transfer from current owner back 30+ years. Copies of all vesting deeds with recording information, grantor/grantee, deed type, and consideration. | Legal proceedings requiring documented ownership history. Quiet title actions. Chain of title verification for refinancing. Estate and probate research. Investor due diligence on complex ownership histories. |
| Expanded Title Search (Preliminary Title Report)$375Most Comprehensive | Full Property/Owner Lien Report PLUS complete chain of title with vesting deed copies, easement search, legal property description, parcel and flood maps, sale comparables, and full encumbrance analysis. | The most comprehensive title search available. Purchase due diligence for high-value transactions. Refinancing. Preliminary title report for attorneys and title companies. Quiet title actions and estate administration. |
| Abstractor Service$95+ | Professional document retrieval from county recorder offices, courts, and government agencies. Includes microfilm, microfiche, and documents not indexed online. | Retrieving specific recorded documents by book/page or instrument number. Court documents, historical records, and documents from counties without online access. Custom research requests. |
| Person Locator Report$95 | Current and historical addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, associated individuals, and property ownership for a specific person. | Locating individuals for legal service, judgment collection, estate notification, or skip tracing. Combined with U.S. Asset Records for comprehensive asset investigation. |
All reports: any property, any state, 3,250+ counties. No subscription, no contracts, no login required. Email office@ustitlerecords.com for questions before ordering.
Which Property Title Search Report Do I Need?
Common scenarios and the recommended title report for each
Buying a Home (Financed)
Your lender will order their own title search, but a personal lien check protects you independently. The Full Owner Lien Report ($195) identifies liens the lender's basic search may miss, including personal liens against the seller.
Recommended: Full Owner Lien Report ($195)Buying at Foreclosure Auction
Auction purchases are final with no contingencies. Certain liens survive foreclosure (property tax liens, IRS liens, HOA super liens in some states). The Full Owner Lien Report ($195) identifies surviving liens before you bid.
Recommended: Full Owner Lien Report ($195)Evaluating an Investment Property
Before making an offer on a rental, flip, or commercial property, verify ownership, existing debt, and tax status. Start with the Property Detail Report ($29) for initial screening, then upgrade to the Lien Report ($95) for serious prospects.
Start: Property Detail ($29) then Lien Report ($95)Refinancing Your Home
Confirm your property is free of unexpected liens or encumbrances before applying. The Property Lien Report ($95) identifies any recorded claims. For refinancing with a new lender, the Expanded Title Search ($375) provides the full preliminary title report.
Recommended: Lien Report ($95) or Expanded ($375)Settling an Estate (Probate)
Executors need to inventory all real property owned by the decedent and clear liens before distribution. Title Search by Name ($75/$535) locates all properties. Chain of Title ($275) traces ownership transfers to identify heirs.
Recommended: Title Search by Name ($75/$535)Judgment Recovery
Locate real property owned by a judgment debtor to record liens or pursue forced sale. Title Search by Name ($75 statewide, $535 nationwide) finds every property. The Full Owner Lien Report ($195) reveals existing liens and lien priority.
Recommended: Title Search by Name ($75/$535)Title Report Search Questions
How Do I Search for a Property Title?
To search for property title, visit ustitlerecords.com/search-property-records, enter the property address, and select your report type. You can search a property title for any residential, commercial, or land property in all 50 states. The Property Detail Report ($29) provides ownership and deed information. The Expanded Title Search ($375) provides a complete preliminary title report. No login or account required.
Search Property Title →What Is a Title Report Search?
A title report search examines county recorder records to verify legal ownership, identify recorded liens and encumbrances, and confirm whether a property can be legally transferred. U.S. Title Records provides title report searches from $29 (basic ownership) to $375 (full preliminary title) for any property in all 3,250+ U.S. counties. Searching title of property through our service eliminates the need to visit county offices or navigate multiple government databases.
Order Title Report →How Much Does a Property Title Search Cost?
A property title search costs $29 to $375 at U.S. Title Records. Property Detail: $29. Deed Copy: $45. Title Search by Name: $75 (statewide) or $535 (nationwide). Lien Report: $95. Full Owner Lien: $195. Chain of Title: $275. Expanded Title Search: $375. Same pricing for all 50 states, all 3,250+ counties. No subscription. Competitors charge $200-$400 for a basic search. View complete pricing.
View Pricing →Can I Search by Title or Search by Owner Name?
Yes. You can search by title using the property address with any report ($29 and up). To search of title records by owner name, order a Title Search by Name ($75 statewide, $535 nationwide). The name search locates all properties owned by a specific person or entity across every county. Both search methods cover all 50 states with no login or account required.
Search by Name →What Is the Difference Between the $95 and $195 Lien Report?
The $95 Property Lien Report identifies liens recorded against the property itself: mortgages, judgment liens, tax liens, mechanic liens, and lis pendens. The $195 Full Owner Lien Report adds a personal lien search against the current owner: UCC filings, bankruptcy records, and state tax warrants, plus a free foreclosure status check. For buyers and investors, the $195 is recommended because personal liens against the seller can become property liens at closing.
Check Liens →Which Title Search Is Best for Real Estate Investors?
For initial property screening, use the $29 Property Detail Report to search for a title and verify ownership. For serious due diligence before making an offer, use the $95 or $195 lien search report. For auction purchases, always use the $195 Full Owner Lien Report because certain liens survive foreclosure. For high-value transactions requiring a title of property search with full examination, use the $375 Expanded Title Search.
Search Property Records →Ready to Order?
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