By purchasing a preliminary title report from a title company.
Have a title search done. Any clouds will show up that might hinder sale. If it doesn't show there-it doesn't matter.
To find out how to get a home title, you can contact your local county recorder's office or a real estate attorney for guidance on the process. They can provide information on obtaining a copy of your home title and any necessary steps to transfer or update it.
home was paid off in 1996
A lien on the title to your home clouds the title -- indicates that there are monies due based on the lien -- so a future transaction will involve the lien. The lien may also be shown on your credit report.
on the title. :)
Almost home, all the way home, sliding into home, that's all i could find...
Title companies research the chain of title for the property before a home is bought. They make sure there are no liens, clouds on the title, or other encumbrances by doing a title examination. Basically they make sure the record title is A-OK. They can also perform the closing and can also hold deposit escrow money while the deal is pending.
the cloud who thought he could but couldn't
apply for the mortgage. Lender verifies credit / assets / job history / income. Lender gets appraisal on home and has title work done to make sure there are no clouds on title. You get homeowners coverage for the new home. Underwriter makes a decision on the loan. If approved, lender sends documents to title company or attorney. You go to closing and seller goes to closing. Investor wires money to title. Title disburses funds You move in :)
Pay to have a "title search" done in the Land Registry Office of your county.
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Do a title search. you can do this with a title search company or if you have time search public records down at city hall yourself