IN TITLE ABSTRACTS
Have questions about title searches or our services?
This FAQ covers what you need to know about ordering reports, understanding results, and how ITA serves Philadelphia with fast, reliable research.
General Title Search Questions
A title search is a review of public land records to verify a property’s legal ownership and to uncover any liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, judgments, or claims that could affect the title. Please note, our services are limited to gathering and providing factual information from publicly available records. We do not provide legal opinions or advice regarding the implications of the search results.
What is a title search?
A title search helps identify any unresolved issues recorded against the property that could impact your rights or transaction. It is a crucial step in property transactions, but it is important to understand that the search only covers what is publicly recorded. We cannot determine or advise on ownership, nor can we provide an opinion on any potential legal issues related to the title. For legal advice, you should consult with a licensed attorney.
Why do I need a title search?
Producing a thorough, accurate and fast search is our top priority. We ask that our clients provide the property owner's full legal name and property address to insure we are searching the correct property. We do understand that in some instances there is unknown information. In this case, we pride ourselves on our communication in order to resolve any issues and produce a quick report.
What info is needed for an order?
How will I receive my report?
ITA will email a copy of your title search when it is completed. For clients with portal submission, our
Turn-around time for reports depends on which service was requested. We are more than happy to provide each client with a fee and timing schedule.
What is the typical turn-around time once it has been ordered?
Title Search Services
What is included in a title search?
A title search includes a full chain of ownership for the time period requested, open mortgage information, open liens on the property, judgments search, property assessment, and tax information. Probate check is performed on all current owners of the property and on anyone dropping out of the chain.
What does a deed chain provide?
This report lists all property deeds recorded over the requested period.
What is a judgment search?
A judgment search examines a specific individual or entity for liens and judgments.
What is a title update search?
This is a document listing of everything filed affecting the subject property since the certification date of your prior ITA Search. One update is included with every title report if ordered within 60 days of the original request.
A UCC search reviews for active Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filings that may involve the property or the borrower. This is often required in commercial transactions.
What is a UCC search?
Ordering, Turn-around, Delivery, & Billing
How do I place an order?
You may fill out our general order form on the PLACE ORDER page. You may also email our order desk: order@intitleabstracts.com
What is the turn-around time?
Most standard reports are completed within 24 hours. Same day delivery is possible is ordered before 10am EST. More extensive reports require a longer turn-around time of 2-4 business days.
Do you offer Rush or Same-Day title searches?
Yes. Expedited and same-day title searches are available. Please contact us directly at order@intitleabstracts.com to ensure prompt delivery.
What affects how quickly I get my report?
Several factors may impact delivery time: the accessibility of county records, the depth of the report, our current volume, and whether expedited service was requested.
In what format will I receive my report?
Reports are delivered in PDF format via email along with a PDF format invoice.
What are your payment options?
We accept all major credit cards and ACH Payments. Monthly invoicing is available for enterprise or recurring clients.