Recorder’s Office

In real estate law, the recorder’s office is a county government office responsible for maintaining public records related to real property. It is the place where legal instruments affecting land are officially filed and recorded. Documents commonly recorded in the...

Recorded Plat

In real estate and land surveying, a recorded plat is a subdivision map that has been officially filed and accepted as part of the public record. It shows the division of land into lots, blocks, streets, and easements. Once recorded, the plat provides the legal...

Recorded Map

In real estate and land records, a recorded map is a map that has been officially filed with the county recorder’s office. It may depict a subdivision or describe the boundaries and features of a nonsubdivided parcel of land. Once recorded, the map becomes part of the...

Recordation

In real estate law, recordation is the act of filing legal instruments with a county recorder or similar public office. Documents commonly recorded include deeds, mortgages, deeds of trust, and liens. Recordation provides public notice of interests affecting real...

Reconveyance Deed

In real estate finance, a reconveyance deed is a legal instrument used to transfer title from a trustee back to the equitable owner of real property. It is issued when the obligation secured by a deed of trust has been fully satisfied. Once the loan is paid in full,...

Reconditioning

In real estate, reconditioning refers to the process of restoring a property to good or sound condition without altering its original design, layout, or character. It focuses on repair and maintenance rather than structural or aesthetic changes. Reconditioning...