A title dispute will arise if a disagreement over the ownership of a specified property as well as the extends of land that is covered by the particular property.

        When do title disputes arise?

Property title disputes will arise between neighbors when one wants to erect a new structure on their property while their immediate neighbor believes that it may be very close to their property line. Activities including fencing the property as well as landscaping may bring about such disputes. In case such disputes surface, it is important that you dig deep into the variety of resources there is to help you have a better understanding of your properties, the boundaries of the same as well as your rights as its owner.

        Understanding your title.

A real estate title will outline the ownership of specific pieces of properties as outlined in the deed. Most titles will cover the rights of the owner of the property with the inclusion of possession, water as well as mineral rights, and easements of property.

        Protecting your boundaries.

It is important to always be aware of your properties’’ boundary lines. Having this knowledge before you start erecting any installations on your property may be the difference between having an undisputed title and having your title disputed. The knowledge will help avoid a dispute pertaining you’re your property or title. Although rare, title disputes may still occur. If this happens, you will need to seek legal help to get a clearer understanding of your title and the property you possess as well as the legal steps that you may need to take to ensure the protection of your ownership rights.

        Property attorneys and title dispute litigations.

Although being informed of your title may help avoid disputes, having complete knowledge of it wholly as well as having a great understanding of the same may prove to be more beneficial especially for a person who is in such a dispute. To avoid the effects of a court proceeding in settlement of title disputes, the frustrations, and the time wastage, it is essential to seek the services of estate attorneys who have a broad and better understanding of the legal aspects of title and property ownership. Our attorneys are highly fruitful in such litigations and it is important that you make use of such talents when settling your estate disputes.

Our attorneys can help protect your titles and properties from these issues. A title search, for example, can be performed to help discover if there are any defects on the property even before a purchase is completed.  In addition to that, one may protect their titles through title insurance which mainly will cover the owner when the sale is finalized, In case of any claims or defects of the property.

        A quiet title.

A quiet title is an action that may lead to litigation concerning disputes on properties. While the owner who is documented is in a dispute, there will be a quiet title action that will be taking place backstage, behind the eyes of the public. These disputes will mainly occur when there is a need to prove the ownership if someone else has claimed that he owns the same property if a legal transfer is needed as a result of wrongful ownership of documentations and similar concerns. It is however critical that the rightful owner of the property seeks lawful actions either in monetary remedy or possession of the property.

        FAQs.

What does a title dispute mean in property ownership?

A title dispute is a dispute that arises if a disagreement over the ownership of a specified property as well as extend of land covered by the particular property.

What is a quiet title?

A quiet title is an action that may lead to litigation concerning disputes on properties. While the owner who is documented is in a dispute, there will be a quiet title action that will be taking place backstage, behind the eyes of the public.

How can a title dispute impact your ownership rights?

 A title dispute can impact more than the owner’s use of their land. It can also affect among others, transactions concerning the land, financing of mortgages, insurance on the title as well as probate issues.

How can one avoid a title dispute?

By conducting a title search, one can ascertain if there are any defects on the property even before a purchase is completed.  On top of that, one may protect their titles through title insurance which could mainly cover the owner when the sale is finalized, In case of any claims or defects of the property.