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From Start to Finish: How to Order a Title Search Like a Pro

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From Start to Finish: How to Order a Title Search Like a Pro

Navigating the complexities of title searches is a fundamental skill for anyone in the title insurance industry. This detailed guide provides you with the essential steps and insights necessary to order a title search confidently and efficiently. Whether you’re a newcomer or looking to refine your approach, understanding these steps ensures you can safeguard your transactions and provide impeccable service to your clients.

Overview of How to Order a Title Search

To order a title search, follow these steps:

  1. Gather Necessary Information: Ensure you have all the required details, including the property address, township, county, seller and buyer names, and the tax parcel number.

  2. Choose a Title Searcher: Select a qualified title searcher or title abstractor who has experience in your property’s county. Consider factors such as their experience, reputation, knowledge of local laws, use of technology, communication skills, pricing, turnaround time, and any additional services they offer.

  3. Contact a Title Searcher: Reach out to potential title searchers. You can find them through professional referrals, industry associations, local government offices, or title production software vendors.

  4. Submit a Request Letter: Send a formal request letter to the title searcher detailing the type of search you need (e.g., full title search, current owner search), the property information, and any specific deadlines.

By following these steps, you can efficiently initiate a title search to ensure clear property ownership and address any potential issues before completing a real estate transaction.

A Deeper Dive on Ordering Title Searches

A title search is designed to identify any potential issues with the property’s title. Let’s take a deeper dive to obtain a better understanding of the steps you’ll take, why you need to take them, and some extra tips and tricks.

In this article, we will discuss:

  • Data Required to Order a Title Search

  • Choosing the Right Title Searcher

  • Finding a Title Searcher

  • Sample Request Letter

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