Q: I want to get tips on reading recorded documents for properties and their loan positions regarding foreclosure. can pay$
I am interested in the foreclosure auctions, and can read the public records, generally. I need to get a better understanding on how to verify loan positions, foreclosing loans, reconveyances and assignments.
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Hi there. Here are some general tips on researching public foreclosure information in California:
- The county recorder's office has public records on all property transactions, including deeds of trust, assignments, notices of default, and trustee sale deeds. These can help you determine foreclosure status and loan details.
- Many county assessor sites have searchable property databases with basic ownership and sales info. This can supplement recorder records.
- Foreclosure auction listings are published in certain approved newspapers and often posted at the county courthouse. Sale results are public record too.
- Talk to a real estate attorney if you need legal advice on interpreting foreclosure documents or verifying loan positions. What is public record and what requires title expertise can be complex.
I'd focus any initial research on publicly available county data to understand general property and foreclosure status. An attorney could then advise if further title report reviewing is worthwhile.
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