03/12/2026
🔎 Need-to-Know: What Is a Title Search?
Before any real estate deal closes, one critical step happens behind the scenes: thetitle search.
A title search is a detailed review of public records to confirm a property’s ownership history and uncover any issues like liens, unpaid taxes, mortgages, or legal disputes that could affect the transfer of ownership.
Why it matters:
✔ Ensures the property title is clear
✔ Protects buyers and lenders from hidden problems
✔ Helps avoid costly surprises after closing
At Pittman Title & Escrow our team conducts thorough title searches to make sure every transaction moves forward securely and with confidence.
📍 Buying, selling, or investing?
👉 Learn more: https://pittmantitle.com/our-services/title-search