CC-039 — What information can a property ownership search locate?

Category: Reports & Coverage

What they include:

  • Information necessary to locate a property owner.
  • Records of claims, liens (from creditors or government agencies), and clear title information.

Who uses them and why:

  • Prospective Buyers: To locate owners of a property they wish to purchase. 
  • Attorneys & Title Companies: To ensure a title is free and clear of other claims, including those from creditors, government liens, or undisclosed heirs. 

Support reference: CC-039