Sometimes people see land they want to buy, but it’s not for sale. However, in many cases, approaching a land owner with the right offer can really pay off. But how do you find out who owns land you want to buy? This guide explains five ways you can find a property’s owner.
How to Find Out Who Owns Land You Want to Buy
If there’s no home on the property, which prevents you from knocking on the door and speaking to the owner, there are five easy ways you can find out who owns land you want to buy:
- Talk to a real estate agent.
- Visit the county clerk’s office.
- Talk to a title company.
- Google it.
- Visit the local assessor’s office.
Here’s a closer look at each.
Tip #1 to Find Out Who Owns Property: Talk to a Real Estate Agent
A local real estate agent will have access to many public records, and they may be able to help you figure out who owns a property. Additionally, particularly in areas such as Lake City, local real estate agents no many of the people who live in town; that makes it easier to ask around.
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Tip #2 to Find Out Who Owns Property: Visit the County Clerk’s Office
The county clerk keeps public records of property and deeds. You can use the information recorded at the county clerk’s office to figure out who owns the land you want to buy.
Tip #3 to Find Out Who Owns Property: Talk to a Title Company
Title companies have experts who research property deeds, and finding out who owns property is a simple process for them. However, there is a catch: Title searches can easily cost between $200 and $400.
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Tip #4 to Find Out Who Owns Property: Google It
Sometimes Googling an address gives you more information than you could imagine – including the current property owner’s name and contact number. However, just know that records you find online may not be accurate. You could be barking up the wrong tree.
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Tip #5 to Find Out Who Owns Property: Visit the Local Assessor’s Office
The local tax assessor probably has a website that you can use to look up property tax records. Those records will include the owner’s name, as well as how much they pay in property taxes.
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