Difference between revisions of "Minimum Title Search Requirements in Pennsylvania"

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The only mandate of state law related to title searching is that a search must be “reasonable”. [https://codes.findlaw.com/pa/title-40-ps-insurance/pa-st-sect-40-910-7.html 40 P.S. 910-7].  The 60-year standard is set by custom.
 
The only mandate of state law related to title searching is that a search must be “reasonable”. [https://codes.findlaw.com/pa/title-40-ps-insurance/pa-st-sect-40-910-7.html 40 P.S. 910-7].  The 60-year standard is set by custom.
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==Standard Search Period==
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The standard search period is not defined by statute, but the customary period is 60 years to a deed of good consideration.
  
 
==Use of Prior Title Evidence==
 
==Use of Prior Title Evidence==

Revision as of 07:14, 16 April 2024

Overview

In Pennsylvania, a standard full search is sixty (60) years minimum to a deed for value. It is common practice, however, to reduce the search period depending on circumstances.

Sources

The only mandate of state law related to title searching is that a search must be “reasonable”. 40 P.S. 910-7. The 60-year standard is set by custom.

Standard Search Period

The standard search period is not defined by statute, but the customary period is 60 years to a deed of good consideration.

Use of Prior Title Evidence

  • Backtitle
  • Policies
  • "Starters"

Exceptions to Standard

  • Agricultural
  • Commercial
  • Developer Forward
  • Refinances
  • Reverse Mortgages
  • Urban

Cross-References