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Title Searches & Examination

Know exactly what you are buying—before you buy it.

A thorough public-records search and professional examination of the property’s ownership history, uncovering liens, judgments, easements, and defects so they can be resolved long before the closing table.

Why Crystal Alliance

What we do differently here.

Searches placed on day one—not after the contract sits for a week

Requirements written in plain language your attorney can act on immediately

Continuations run right before closing so nothing slips in late

What’s included
Full chain-of-title review across county records
Open mortgages, liens, and judgment searches
Easements, restrictions, and encroachments
Tax and assessment status
Written commitment listing requirements to clear
What we need from you
Property address and block/lot (if known)
Current owner name(s)
Executed contract or refinance application
Contact information for all parties

Never send Social Security or banking details by email—we’ll provide a secure link.

How it unfolds

From order to done—here’s the path.

Every step is visible to every party on the file. You’ll never wonder where things stand.

01
Day 1

Order opened; searches placed with the county and municipality

02
Days 3–7

Examination completed; commitment issued to all parties

03
Ongoing

Requirements tracked and cleared through closing

Tips from the closing table

Know this before you start.

01

Ask for a copy of the commitment and read the Schedule B exceptions—they tell you what the policy will not cover.

02

Old, satisfied mortgages sometimes remain of record; a release can take weeks—raise it early.

03

Keep any prior title policy or survey; it can speed the search and may reduce cost.

General information only—not legal, tax, or financial advice. Consult your attorney about your specific transaction.

Common questions

How long does a title search take?

Most New Jersey searches return within three to seven business days; older or complex chains may take longer.

What if a problem is found?

We explain the issue in plain language and coordinate the cure—payoff, release, affidavit, or corrective deed—with the responsible party.

Related services
02 Title Insurance Coordination Protection that lasts as long as you own the property. 03 Residential Closings A calm, organized closing table. 04 Commercial Transactions Complex parcels, entities, and financing—coordinated end to end.

Ready to move forward?

Start your order in about two minutes, or speak with Elisa Kiernan directly.

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File openedContract received · contact confirmed Day 1
Title clearedCommitment issued · 0 open requirements Day 6
Figures balancedCD reconciled with lender & counsel T-3
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