What type of issues might a title search uncover?

A title search primarily focuses on the legal aspects of a property’s ownership and the rights attached to it. The process involves examining public records to identify any legal claims or liens that may exist against the property. This includes mortgages, unpaid taxes, and other encumbrances that could affect the title’s status or the buyer's future interest in the property.

Finding legal claims or liens is critical for ensuring that the title is clear before a purchase. Any outstanding claims can become the responsibility of the new owner if not resolved prior to the sale. Therefore, identifying these issues is essential for protecting the interests of the buyer and any lenders involved in the financing of the property.

While other options, such as market trends, historical property tax data, and future property development plans, may be useful for understanding the property landscape, they do not pertain directly to the title search process. A title search specifically targets the legal ownership and any existing claims, making the identification of liens and legal claims the most relevant issue uncovered during this process.