Real Property Title

A real property title is a legal document that proclaims that a certain person or persons not only own a particular piece of property, but also that they lay claim to a number of rights associated with property ownership. When property is being transferred from one person to another as a result of a sale, a gift, inheritance, or any other reason, the real property title is officially conveyed in a document known as a deed. Most states require that the parties involved in the transfer or sale of real estate property conduct a title search to ensure that no third parties have a viable claim or lien on the property in question. The processes and requirements that are involved in the transfer of a real property title often vary significantly from state to state, so check your local laws to make sure the procedures you follow comply with all applicable guidelines.

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  • The property title can be a valuable financial tool for new homeowners, serving as a popular source of collateral for instruments such as home equity loans and home equity lines of credit.

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  • Property Deed

    A property deed is the legal document which transfers the property from your seller to you. You should review...
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  • Home Title Insurance

    Home Title insurance is usually required by the lender to protect the lender against loss resulting from claim...
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  • Buying Real Estate: Who Needs Title Insurance?

    Buyers, sellers and owners of real estate often have some difficulty understanding the purpose of title insura...
  • Legal Help with Real Estate Investments

      Before you make your real estate investment, it is recommended that you investigate the real estate laws and...
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  • Ways to Take Title of Real Estate in California

    Common ways to take title to California residential property: Advantages and Limitations...
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