Title Defects

Title holders—those who legally own property—can be vulnerable to a range of fraudulent or deceptive practices, especially in areas like Southern California, where real estate values are often particularly high.  Whether a title holder is a long-time homeowner, an...

Title records provide a history of ownership. They are a way for the government to help guarantee an individual's property rights. Documents filed with the county recorder's office can protect the rights of an individual, married couple, trust or business. Outside...

In many ways, digital technology has made home closings easier than ever before. If there are mistakes with the closing paperwork, it may only take a few minutes for professionals to adjust the documents and get corrected versions over to the right parties. It is...

Title issues are a major concern for those who purchase real property. Whether they buy a home to use as a primary residence or as an investment, what they really pay for is the title to a property. Occasionally, someone who acquires real property receives a letter...

Before you invest in any kind of real estate, you’ll want to make sure that the title to the property is defect-free. A defect is anything that could affect the ability of the property to be fully and legally transferred to the new owner. They’re also called “clouds”...

Property owners in California hold title to their real property. The county recorder's office where they live or own real property has an official record of the deed that allowed them to assume ownership, and the chain of ownership records can help resolve any...

There are numerous benefits that come from buying a house from someone's estate. You may get to keep the furnishings and appliances at no extra charge because including them in the sale is just easier than selling them separately or getting rid of them. You may get a...

In order to avoid being the victim of a home title fraud scheme, you need to know how these schemes work. This can help you to see the red flags and avoid taking action that may put you in a compromising position.  There are many different types of fraud, so do not...

The title of your property provides proof of ownership and also offers a level of legal protection. This may be vital if you plan to sell or transfer the property at some point in the future. Unfortunately, titles may not always be as they first appear. Defects with...

Spending years living in a property only to find out that it may not be yours could send you into a panic. Yet, there is often a simple way to resolve the issue. Quiet title actions are a relatively quick and inexpensive way to clear up doubts and verify who owns the...