You’d never buy a used car without pulling its history first. One quick report tells you if it’s been wrecked, how many owners it’s had, and whether the mileage adds up. So why make a six-figure decision on a house without that same quick look?
That’s the idea behind our new 24-hour title check. Think of it as a Carfax for a house — a fast, plain-English snapshot of what’s really going on with a property before you buy it, sell it, or divide it.
It’s built for investors sizing up a deal, families going through a divorce, buyers about to make an offer, and homeowners or realtors getting ready to list.
And here’s something we’re proud of: we’re the first appraisal company in North Carolina to offer it.
What a Title check Is (and What It Isn't)
A title check answers two simple questions: who owns this property, and is anything attached to it? “Attached” means things like unpaid loans, liens, or court judgments that follow a property around, even after it changes hands.
Now the honest part, because it matters. A title check is not a full title search, and it is not title insurance. It doesn’t replace the work your closing attorney or title company does. What it does is catch red flags early — before they cost you time, money, or the whole deal. Think of it as a smart first look, not a legal guarantee.
What's Inside Our Title Check
We run our title checks through prelistcheck.com, and each report gives you a clean, one-page picture of the property. Here’s what you’ll see:
- Who owns it — the current owner of record and the chain of title.
- The legal description — the official way the property is described in county records.
- Loans on file — open mortgages and deeds of trust, including the lender and amount.
- Liens and judgments — anything filed against the property, like unpaid debts or court judgments.
- Tax status — whether the property taxes are current.
- Red flags — examiner notes on issues like an unreleased deed of trust, a docketed judgment, or a break in the chain of title
It covers 98 of North Carolina’s 100 counties, so wherever your deal is, we’ve very likely got you.
Who Needs a Title Check
- Investors — pull it before you make an offer, so you’re not buying someone else’s liens.
- Divorce and separation — get a clear picture of what’s really tied to a shared home before you split things up.
- Buyers — catch problems before you’re under contract and stuck losing time with a pre-listing appraisal
- Homeowners and realtors — clear up title surprises before they blow up your closing day.
Fast Answers, Flat Price
Here’s the best part: you don’t wait days. Most reports come back the same day, and always within 24 hours.
The price is a flat $99 — no subscription, no surprises. When you think about what a delayed or dead deal actually costs, $99 for an early heads-up is an easy call.
FAQs
How long does a title search take for a house?
A full title search can take several days. Our 24-hour title check comes back much faster — usually the same day, and always within 24 hours.
How much does a property title search cost?
Our title check is a flat $99, with no subscription. A full title search done through an attorney or title company typically costs more and takes longer, because it’s a deeper legal review.
Can I do a title search on a property myself?
You can. Ownership, the legal description, and many liens are public record at the county register of deeds and tax office. The catch is that it takes time and a trained eye to read it all correctly and catch what’s missing — which is exactly what our check does for you in a day.
How can you find out who owns a property?
The current owner of record is public information, and it’s one of the first things our title check confirms — along with the chain of title, so you can see how ownership has changed hands.
Is a title check the same as title insurance?
No. A title check is a fast, preliminary look to spot red flags early. Title insurance and a full title search are part of the legal closing process and offer protection a preliminary check can’t. Our check is the smart first step, not a replacement for either.
How to Get Yours
Getting your title check is simple, because we handle it for you. When you reach out to us for an appraisal, we order the title check as part of the process — so you get the value picture and the title picture together, in one place. It’s fast, it’s a smart first move, and it protects your deal without replacing your closing team.
Ready to move with confidence? Order your 24-hour title check today.
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