Title Report Search
Order a property title report for any address in all 50 states. A title report search examines county recorder records and produces a detailed document showing ownership, liens, mortgages, judgments, easements, and tax status. U.S. Title Records has delivered title property search reports for over 3,250 U.S. counties since 2009.
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What Is a Title Report Search?
A title report search is a systematic examination of public land records maintained by county recorders, clerks of court, and registrars of deeds to produce a certified title abstract. The resulting title report documents the current vested owner, form of tenancy, chain of conveyance, all recorded encumbrances (mortgages, deeds of trust, liens of record), tax assessment status, recorded easements and restrictive covenants, and pending litigation (lis pendens). U.S. Title Records conducts title report searches across 3,250+ recording jurisdictions in all 50 states, with reports issued from $29 to $375 depending on the scope of examination.
Distinction between title search and title report: a title search refers to the examination process itself. A property title report is the formal written summary of findings produced from that examination. When you order a title report search from U.S. Title Records, professional abstractors conduct the search and issue the title report, delivered via email in PDF format. The report documents all instruments of record, recording references (book, page, instrument number), and the abstractor's findings. For questions regarding specific recording jurisdictions or document types, contact office@ustitlerecords.com.
Contents of a Title Report
A property title report documents the vested owner of record and form of tenancy, legal description of the subject property, chain of conveyance with recording references, all open encumbrances (mortgages, deeds of trust, security deeds), judgment liens docketed with the clerk of court, federal and state tax liens, mechanic and materialman liens, UCC financing statements, tax assessment and payment status including delinquent balances, recorded easements and restrictive covenants, and lis pendens (notice of pending litigation).
Who Requires a Title Report Search?
Title report searches are required or recommended for all real estate transactions. Mortgage lenders require a title report before funding any loan. Foreclosure auction buyers need title reports to identify liens that survive the sale. Attorneys utilize title reports for quiet title actions, estate administration, and litigation support. Executors rely on title reports for probate property inventory.
Title Report Search Options and Pricing
Select the property title report that matches your transaction requirements
Property Detail Report
The most affordable title report search option. Verifies current ownership, provides sale history, open mortgages of record, and tax assessor data. Best for quick property title report needs.
Property Lien Report
Title report search focused on identifying all liens recorded against the property. Covers both voluntary liens (mortgages) and involuntary liens (judgment liens, tax liens, mechanic liens, HOA liens).
Full Property/Owner Lien Report
The most popular title report search for real estate investors. Combines a full property lien search with personal liens against the current owner, including UCC filings and bankruptcy records.
Expanded Title Search Report
The most comprehensive property title report available. Includes full chain of title, preliminary title report, legal and vesting details, easements, and all liens. The complete title report search.
Additional title report options: Deed Copy ($45) · Title Search by Name ($75+) · Chain of Title ($275) · Abstractor Service · Asset Investigation (USAR)
What Information Appears on a Property Title Report?
Understanding what each section of your title report contains
Ownership and Vesting
The title report identifies the current legal owner(s), how they hold title (sole ownership, joint tenancy, tenants in common, community property, trust, or entity), and when they acquired the property. This section confirms who has the right to sell or encumber the property.
Chain of Title Transfers
A chronological record of every ownership transfer, showing grantor (seller), grantee (buyer), deed type (warranty, grant, quitclaim), recording date, and instrument number. The chain of title establishes the unbroken sequence of legal ownership back 10-30+ years.
Recorded Liens and Encumbrances
All voluntary liens (mortgages, deeds of trust) and involuntary liens (judgment liens, federal and state tax liens, mechanic liens, HOA liens, UCC filings) recorded against the property or current owner. Each lien shows the recording date, amount (when available), and lienholder.
Tax Status and Assessments
Current property tax assessments, tax amounts, payment status, and any delinquent tax balances including accrued interest. The tax section also shows the tax mailing address on file, assessed value, and taxing authority information for every jurisdiction.
Easements, Restrictions, and Covenants
Recorded easements (utility, access, drainage), deed restrictions, CC&Rs, and any other recorded documents that limit the use or development of the property. These survive ownership transfers.
Legal Description and Property Details
The official legal description identifying the property boundaries (lot/block, metes and bounds, or section/township/range), parcel number (APN), property type, lot size, and physical address. The legal description is the definitive identifier used in all recorded documents.
Title Report Search Questions and Answers
Quick answers about ordering and reading property title reports
How Much Does a Title Report Search Cost?
Title report search fees at U.S. Title Records are established at fixed rates regardless of property location or recording jurisdiction. Property Detail Report: $29. Document Image (Deed Copy): $45. Title Search by Name: $75 (single state) or $535 (all jurisdictions). Property Lien Report: $95. Full Property and Owner Lien Report: $195. Chain of Title Report: $275. Expanded Title Search (Preliminary Title Report): $375. All fees are per property, per search. No recurring charges, document retrieval surcharges, or account fees are assessed. These rates apply uniformly across all 3,250+ recording jurisdictions. View complete schedule of fees.
Schedule of Fees →What Is the Processing Time for a Title Report?
U.S. Title Records processes title report search orders 7 days per week, including federal holidays. Standard reports (Property Detail, Lien Report, Owner Lien Report) are delivered via email in PDF format. Chain of Title Reports and Abstractor Services involving courthouse document retrieval, microfilm research, or complex recording histories may require additional processing time depending on the recording jurisdiction and scope of examination. All title reports are prepared by professional abstractors with direct access to county title plants and recorder databases.
Submit Search Request →Title Report vs. Title Insurance: What Is the Difference?
A title report search is an examination of public records that produces a written summary of findings regarding ownership and encumbrances. Title insurance is a separate indemnity policy issued by an underwriter that protects the insured against financial loss arising from title defects not identified in the title report. The title report documents known conditions of record. Title insurance protects against undisclosed or hidden defects (forgery, undisclosed heirs, recording errors). Both serve distinct functions in real estate transactions. U.S. Title Records provides title reports, not title insurance.
Title Search Services →Is a Title Report Required for All Transactions?
Mortgage lenders require a title report search as a condition of loan funding for all purchase and refinance transactions. Cash buyers are not legally required to obtain a title report, but conducting a title report search is strongly recommended as the only means of identifying encumbrances that transfer with the property. Foreclosure auction purchases carry heightened risk because certain liens survive the sale. A $195 Full Owner Lien Report identifies all encumbrances before closing or bidding. No login, account, or subscription is required to order.
Search Property Records →What Types of Title Report Searches Are Available?
U.S. Title Records offers multiple levels of title report search based on the depth of examination required. The Property Detail Report ($29) provides current ownership and assessment data. The Property Lien Report ($95) adds all recorded encumbrances. The Full Owner Lien Report ($195) extends to personal liens, UCC filings, and bankruptcy. The Chain of Title Report ($275) traces the complete conveyance history with copies of vesting instruments. The Expanded Title Search ($375) combines all elements into a comprehensive preliminary title report with easement research, flood zone verification, and comparable sales data.
Report Options →What Recording Jurisdictions Does U.S. Title Records Cover?
U.S. Title Records provides title report search services for all 3,250+ recording jurisdictions across all 50 states, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Coverage includes county recorder offices, clerks of court, registries of deeds, and registrars of titles (Torrens jurisdictions). Our abstractor network maintains direct access to county title plants and recorder databases in every recording jurisdiction. The same fee schedule applies regardless of jurisdiction. View state-specific recording information: Texas, Illinois, Georgia, North Carolina, or all states.
Jurisdiction Coverage →How to Order a Title Report Search Online
Get your property title report in three simple steps
Enter Property Address
Provide the property address or parcel number (APN). No login or account creation required to start your title report search.
Select Report Type
Choose from Property Detail ($29), Lien Report ($95), Owner Lien Report ($195), or Expanded Title Search ($375).
Receive Your Title Report
Your property title report is processed immediately and delivered to your email via email in PDF format.
Title Report Search FAQ
Frequently asked questions about property title reports
What is a title report search?
A title report search is the examination of public records at county recorder offices to produce a title report document. The report summarizes current legal ownership, recorded liens, chain of title transfers, tax status, easements, and legal descriptions. U.S. Title Records provides title report search services for all 3,250+ U.S. counties with reports starting at $29.
How much does a property title report cost?
Property title report costs at U.S. Title Records range from $29 to $375. Property Detail Reports cost $29. Property Lien Reports cost $95. Full Property Owner Lien Reports cost $195. Expanded Title Search Reports cost $375. Deed copies are $45 and Chain of Title Reports are $275. No subscription required.
How do I read a property title report?
Start with the ownership section to verify who holds title. Review the lien section for outstanding mortgages, judgment liens, or tax liens. Check the tax section for delinquent amounts. Review easements and restrictions that affect property use. Each section includes recording dates and instrument numbers for verification. Contact office@ustitlerecords.com for help interpreting your title report.
What is the difference between a title report and a preliminary title report?
A standard title report provides ownership verification, lien information, and basic property details. A preliminary title report is more comprehensive, including full chain of title, legal description, easement details, all liens, and property valuation. U.S. Title Records offers the preliminary title report as the Expanded Title Search Report ($375).
Can I get a title report for any property in the U.S.?
Yes. U.S. Title Records provides title report search coverage for all 3,250+ counties in all 50 states, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Our network includes county title plants, recorder databases, and local abstractors. View all property records by state.
What is a title property search vs. a lien search?
A title property search examines all recorded documents affecting a property, including ownership, liens, easements, and legal descriptions. A lien search focuses specifically on identifying recorded liens. A lien search is a subset of a full title property search. Both produce a report delivered in PDF format.
Do I need a title report before buying a home?
Yes. A title report search before purchasing verifies the seller legally owns the property, identifies outstanding liens that must be paid at closing, reveals easements or restrictions, and confirms tax status. Mortgage lenders require a title report before funding any loan. Property Detail Reports ($29) provide quick verification; the Full Owner Lien Report ($195) provides complete due diligence.
How do I order a title report search online?
Visit ustitlerecords.com/search-property-records, enter the property address or parcel number, select your title report type, and complete payment. No account required. Your title report is delivered to your email via email in PDF format, 7 days a week. You can also search a property title by address or parcel number, order an online title search from any device, or request a full preliminary title report for the most comprehensive search available. Email office@ustitlerecords.com with questions.
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Title report search for any address in all 50 states. Professional title property search services since 2009. Reports from $29 with email delivery.