A title search is a public records examination of the property’s title. This research determines that the property is free and clear of liens and is eligible for sale. The very last thing you want to do is buy a house and then find out there are liens against it, or worse, a co-owner didn’t sign off on the sale!
When you are looking at purchasing a house, it is very important to do a title search to make sure there are no liens or ownership questions that may come up later. A title search can also identify any potential environmental or safety concerns with the property. By conducting a title search before making an offer on a property, you can save yourself time, money and headaches down the road.