When ownership or property records raise questions.
A boundary discrepancy, lien, access question or conflicting record can interrupt a sale. Start with the concern that has been identified, including what previous purchasers or professionals have already found.
Identify the record question
Andrew reviews these questions as a prospective purchaser and works with title professionals, counsel, surveyors and other specialists as needed. The first task is to understand what the record says, what remains uncertain and who is qualified to address it.
Make the purchase conditions clear
A proposal may depend on further investigation or specific work being completed. Discuss those conditions and responsibilities before treating the sale as settled. Share existing reports and correspondence so the same questions do not have to be rediscovered.
Questions about title, boundaries and access
What should I share about a title concern?
Share existing title reports, surveys, correspondence or a description of what was flagged. You do not need to interpret the documents yourself.
Can I contact you if a previous sale fell through?
Yes. Explain what stopped it and which questions remained unresolved. Andrew can consider whether further review makes sense for a purchase.
Who reviews the title and ownership records?
The relevant title professionals and lawyers review the records and transaction requirements. Andrew does not replace their professional judgment or your own lawyer’s advice.
Can a cash purchase bypass a title issue?
Removing a financing requirement does not remove ownership, title or access questions that affect the transaction. The proposal still needs to account for those issues.
37 & 39 Aloma Rd: a boundary-record discrepancy
A prior public listing had failed because a property boundary was misrecorded in county records. Andrew coordinated with his title company, whose counsel resolved the boundary-record issue. He purchased both homes, renovated them and sold them.
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