by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 13, 2026 | P-T, PropertyPedia
In real estate and civil law, a tort is a wrongful act or omission that causes harm to another person and is not based on a breach of contract. It gives rise to a civil action in which the injured party may seek damages or other remedies from the party responsible....
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 13, 2026 | P-T, PropertyPedia
In real estate law, title theory is a legal concept followed in certain states under which the mortgagee holds legal title to the property during the term of the mortgage. The mortgagor retains equitable title and the right to possession and use of the property. Under...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 13, 2026 | P-T, PropertyPedia
In real estate practice, a title search is the examination of public records relating to a specific parcel of property to determine the current condition of title. It involves reviewing recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. The purpose of...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 13, 2026 | P-T, PropertyPedia
In real estate transactions, a title report is a document prepared by a title company that discloses the condition of title to a specific property. It is issued prior to the issuance of a title insurance policy. The title report identifies the current owner of record...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 13, 2026 | P-T, PropertyPedia
In real estate and title practice, a title plant is a privately maintained collection of recorded information relating to real property. It parallels the records kept in the county recorder’s office and organizes them for efficient searching and examination. Title...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 13, 2026 | P-T, PropertyPedia
In real estate transactions, title insurance is insurance that protects against loss resulting from defects in the title to a specifically described parcel of real property. It provides coverage for issues such as undisclosed liens, errors in public records, or other...
