What We Do
We are committed to supporting conservation and renewable energy efforts by providing accurate and efficient title research services.
Our Mission is to assist organizations and individuals in their efforts to promote sustainable practices and protect our planet for future generations.
We understand the importance of conservation and renewable energy in creating a more sustainable world and are dedicated to playing a role in this important mission. By providing reliable and thorough title research services, we enable our clients to confidently navigate the complex legal and regulatory landscape surrounding conservation and renewable energy projects.
At our core, we are driven by a passion for environmental stewardship and a commitment to excellence in all that we do. We believe that our work can make a difference in the world and strive to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and service.
Our goal is to be the trusted partner of choice for organizations and individuals who share our commitment to conservation and renewable energy. Through our work, we aim to help create a better, more sustainable future for all.
“What is the difference between Limited Title Certificate and a title policy?”
A limited title certificate and a title policy are both documents related to the ownership of real estate, but they differ in their scope and purpose.
A limited title certificate is a document that provides a limited guarantee of title. It is typically issued by a title company or attorney after conducting a limited search of public records to determine whether there are any liens, encumbrances, or other claims against the property. The certificate only covers the time period for which the search was conducted and only certifies that the title is clear of any issues that were discovered during that time. It does not provide comprehensive coverage or protection against undiscovered defects in the title of a property.
A title policy, on the other hand, is a type of insurance policy that provides coverage for the title to a property. It is typically issued by a title insurance company and covers the entire time period of ownership, including any past defects in title that may have occurred before the current owner acquired the property. A title policy is intended to protect the owner from financial loss due to any covered claims against the property, such as undiscovered liens, encumbrances, or other defects in title.
In summary, a limited title certificate is a limited guarantee of title based on a limited search of public records, while a title policy provides insurance coverage for the title to a property.
“What is title research?”
Title Search and Examination: We conduct a thorough search of public records to provide our clients with accurate and comprehensive title reports. Our team of experienced researchers uses a combination of online resources and courthouse research to ensure that all title issues are identified.
Current Owner Search: We conduct a search of public records to identify the current owner of a property. This information can be useful for a variety of purposes, including due diligence for real estate transactions and property ownership disputes.
Chain of Title Research: We conduct a search of public records to create a chain of title report which identifies all previous owners of a property. This information can be helpful for clients who need to trace ownership history or identify any potential title issues.
Document Retrieval: We retrieve documents related to a property, such as deeds, mortgages, and liens. This service is useful for clients who need to obtain copies of important documents for legal or financial purposes.
Lien and Encumbrances Search: We conduct a search of public records to identify any liens or encumbrances (such as easements) on a property. This information is important for clients who need to identify any potential title issues or outstanding debts related to the property.
“Why would the addition of a Limited Title Certificate be preferred over only obtaining a title policy?”
Limited Title Certificate
Contains a comprehensive history or “Chain of Title”, of a property’s surface and/or mineral ownership record
Often complementary to an issued title policy
Assists landowners, developers and/or attorneys in making informed decisions necessary to mitigate project or transaction risks
Can be custom tailored to your organization’s specific needs
Title Policy
Issued by licensed title companies
Provides minimal ownership history usually limited to the most recent owner
Excludes or exempts from coverage items such as easements, restrictive covenants, land area/boundaries, community property, water rights, ad valorem (property) taxes, subordinate liens and leases
Provides little or no information regarding mineral ownership