Quitclaim Deed: What It Is and How It Works

A quitclaim deed transfers property without guaranteeing ownership, making it useful for family or trust transfers but risky for recipients. Learn when it's safe.

What is deed fraud and how can you protect yourself?

Deed fraud and identity theft often go hand-in-hand, so it’s important to guard your Social Security number, identification ...
WDTN

New Montgomery County system could reduce quit claim deed fraud

A new system in Montgomery County could prevent your home from being stolen via quit claim deed fraud. A new prevention protocol known as the “Fraud Pre-Check” system will make it harder for scammers ...
FOX13 Memphis

Property fraud up 33% in Shelby County, leaders push for protection

According to Shelby County Register of Deeds Willie Brooks, this happened at least 30 times in 2024 and at least 40 times in ...
WLTX19

Woman says her home was stolen through fraudulent deed and put up for sale: 'Aunt Dorothy ain't dead!'

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Dorothy Tarpin bought her Parkland neighborhood home over 50 years ago. But in June, someone obtained it through a quitclaim deed—a process usually used when friends or family take ...
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Jalene Hahn: Here’s how to protect yourself from real estate fraud

While it’s not common, real estate deed fraud is on the rise across Indiana and the United States. Our definition comes from the FBI: “Deed fraud often involves identity theft where criminals will use ...