State Record Retrieval Board

This company sends out questionable direct mail solicitations advising recipients they can obtain a copy of the grant deed on their property for a fee of $87. ~~We urge caution! This company and others that conduct business similarly are not part of the Government and are not acting on behalf of any government agency. Property grant deeds confirm the ownership of a home or property and are mailed to new homeowners after a purchase is finalized. These deeds are usually required only during transactions such as home loan refinancing transactions to obtain a home insurance policy or a sale. If you are selling your home your real estate agent will take care of obtaining the certified grant deed for you. A a copy of the deed to your property can be obtained for free or at a low cost from your local Register/Recorder of Deed Office. You do not have to use these private companies to obtain copies of the deed or other public records. Although it is suggested that property owners have a copy of the deed the urgency to obtain one is greatly over exaggerated by these types of companies. There is little reason that a person needs to "Obtain One Now" since the County Recorder's office has the deed and at any time a copy can be obtained. If you want a copy of your grant deed or any recorded document contact your local Recorder’s Office.