- 1). Determine which county the property is located in. Deeds are filed in the county in which they are located. Look up the phone number for the register of deeds for that county. If no register of deeds is available, contact the county courthouse.
- 2). Contact the register of deeds office and find out the times deeds are available to be searched. Ask if an appointment is necessary and if any fees are involved. Many times a small fee is required to make a copy of the deed.
- 3). Make note of your deed book and page number. The deed book and page number are how the register of deeds files the documents. If you are unable to locate the deed book and page number, you will need the street address and names of the persons on the deed. The clerk at the register of deeds office will be able to assist in searching for the deed.
- 4). Go to the register of deeds office and ask to look up a deed. The deeds will most likely be labeled and organized by number. Find the deed and confirm that it is to the correct property. Many counties have updated their systems to include a computer program for searching for deeds. Ask the clerk if such a program is available for your research.
- 5). Make a copy of the deed or print it out using the computer. Ask for assistance if you need it. The clerks are there to help you. Pay the clerk the amount required to make the copy. Ask for a receipt. Secure the deed in a safe location to prevent losing it.
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