When buying property, most people focus on the visible aspects—price, location, condition. But what about the invisible? Title curative work addresses hidden legal issues that could jeopardize your ownership, and it’s one of the most important steps in ensuring a clean and secure transaction.
🏷️ What Is Title Curative Work?
Title curative work is the process of identifying and resolving defects, errors, or clouds on a property’s title before the closing. These issues may include:
- Old liens or unpaid mortgages
- Errors in public records
- Unknown heirs or probate problems
- Boundary disputes or easement concerns
- Incorrect legal descriptions
Without resolving these issues, the buyer may not receive a marketable title, and the property could become legally risky or even unsellable.
🔍 Common Title Defects We See
At the Law Office of Nancy P. Patterson, we regularly handle:
- Misspelled names on deeds
- Unreleased prior loans
- Missing signatures on transfer documents
- Ownership disputes among heirs
- Conflicting surveys or boundaries
Each situation requires a tailored legal approach—ranging from preparing corrective deeds to coordinating affidavits, probate filings, or legal releases.
🛡️ Why It Matters
Unresolved title issues can cause:
- Delays in closing
- Loss of title insurance coverage
- Future legal battles
- Financing rejection by lenders
Title curative work protects both buyer and seller by ensuring the title is clear, insurable, and legally sound. It’s not just paperwork—it’s peace of mind.
🤝 How We Can Help
With decades of experience, our office conducts thorough title reviews, identifies potential problems early, and takes legal steps to fix them before they become deal-breakers. We also coordinate with title companies, surveyors, and lenders for a seamless solution.
Buying or selling real estate?
Let us handle the legal details so you can move forward with confidence.
