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bucolic_frolic

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5. In this type of theft, physical title doesn't seem to do anyone any good.

Reply to Traildogbob (Reply #4)

Sat Feb 14, 2026, 01:13 PM

11 hrs ago

There are companies that can put a watch on your title, sometimes a county Recorder of Deeds will know more about it or even offer homeowners an opt-in to the service for free.

You can also search your own deed for liens at the Recorder's Office. Replacements deeds are maybe $25-100.

Real estate is transferred through a county office. You can't just pop into a notary like with a car title.

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I wonder if Title Insurance covers such fraud /nt bucolic_frolic 12 hrs ago #3

I see adds Traildogbob 12 hrs ago #4

In this type of theft, physical title doesn't seem to do anyone any good. bucolic_frolic 11 hrs ago #5

Thank you Traildogbob 11 hrs ago #7

This is a specific risk in a fully-paid off property, especially in some areas. Very intersting article here-- nilram 10 hrs ago #8

This is sickening. Traildogbob 10 hrs ago #9

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