Question : How do I perform a title search of on a real estate property to ensure that there are no liens on it?
I want to be sure that this real estate property I am about to purchase does not have liens on it. Can someone please advice me how I can do this myself? If I have to hire a title company, how much should I expect to pay?
- asked by seunono2002
All Answers:
Answer #1
to start with go down to the local county courthouse where the property is located, they shouldhave a computer data base to search to see iftheir are any recorded liens against the place
- answered by goz1111
Answer #2
i have always gone through a title company. thatcomes with insurance if they miss something forabout 500 bucks it's worth saving the headaches.
- answered by Gudy
Answer #3
You will probably have to pay for title insuranceanyway, so let the title company do their job-theyare responsible for any errors and it could be acomplicated search.
- answered by Lori S
Answer #4
Why are you doing all this work when you couldhire a Realtor who in turn does all the work at noexpense to you. Hiring a Realtor AGAIN would notcost you a PENNY. There are things perhaps you donot know about the complexity of of the contractand in your best interest you need that Realtor.Your concern of liens should not be your onlyconcern- but if your dead set on doing it yourselfthen have at it. Good luck!!!
- answered by sylviavnpttn
Answer #5
Go to your court house ( Pathonitary office ) theywill assist U
- answered by Fred D
Answer #6
depends on where you are, but I would suggest atitle company. For a simple lien search itprobably won't cost you more than $150-$200.
- answered by mvpwarner13
Answer #7
Cost of a title insurance policy is based on theprice/cost of the home. You will need to call sometitle companies in your area to get an accurateestimate. It is unwise & risky to purchase aproperty without one. There could be unrecordedissues that may arise like an encroachment oradverse possession and you will have no insuranceagainst them.
- answered by Dawni Do Right
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