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title search Law Definition

n

A search of the public records to determine the status of a title, including any encumbrances, liens, mortgages, and future interests affecting the property. Doing a title search is the way in which the chain of title is established. Normally, a title search is conducted by a real estate attorney or by a title company at the request of a prospective buyer or mortgagee.

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  1. ‹ title page
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  5. ‹ titlark
  6. ‹ titivate
  7. ‹ titillation
  8. ‹ titillate
  9. ‹ Titicaca
  10. ‹ titian
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