What is a property title?
Title is the legal concept of ownership rights in a piece of real estate.
Why it matters
A clear title lets you sell, borrow against, or improve the property without disputes.
Common confusion
Title is the right of ownership; a deed is the paper that proves and transfers it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is title insurance?
It protects a buyer or lender if a hidden defect later appears in the title.
What makes a title “clouded”?
Any conflicting claim, lien, or error in the records that casts doubt on ownership.
How do I get clear title?
Through a title search and resolving any defects before closing.