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A title search ensures that there are no hidden claims on the property that could impact the ownership rights of the buyer. The search is typically performed by a title company or attorney and can ...

After you search for a home and settle on the perfect property, there’s still another search to perform: the title search. While the title search may not be as exciting as browsing those listings or ...

The owner still has full ownership and rights to the land, but that’s limited by the rights of the easement holder, who has ...

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If you've ever been to your county clerk's office for any reason – to apply for a passport, for example, or access historical census records – you've seen title searchers at work. They are a ...

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A title company plays an important role in real estate transactions, such as purchasing commercial property for your business. As the buyer, you need a title company to verify the accuracy of the real ...

For those of you who question whether an owner’s policy of title insurance is a waste of money, please remember that examining title is still an essential component ...