An easement gives someone else the legal right to use part of your land — even without your permission. Learn the types of easements, how they affect your title, and what every homeowner needs to know.
A lis pendens is a public notice that a lawsuit involving your property is pending — and it can freeze a home sale in its tracks. Learn what it means, why it is filed, and how to remove it.
A transfer on death deed lets you pass your home directly to a beneficiary when you die, bypassing probate. Learn how TOD deeds work, their pros and cons, and the fraud risks every homeowner should know.
Adverse possession is a legal doctrine that allows a trespasser to claim legal ownership of your property after occupying it openly and continuously for years. Learn the requirements and how to protect your land.
A quiet title action is a legal proceeding used to establish clear property ownership, remove fraudulent deeds, and resolve title disputes. Learn how it works and when you need one.
Is Home Title Lock a Scam? What Homeowners Need to Know
Home title monitoring services can help surface suspicious property-record activity, but they do not stop fraud by themselves. What matters is what the service monitors, how quickly it alerts you, and what support you get after a problem is found.
