What's Included

Every detail about
your future home.

Six comprehensive sections covering everything from ownership records to environmental hazards — compiled from public records databases.

FCRA Disclaimer: This report is compiled from publicly available records and is not a consumer report as defined by the FCRA. It may not be used for tenant screening, employment decisions, insurance underwriting, credit evaluation, or any other FCRA-regulated purpose.

Ownership & Title History

Trace every owner, sale, and transfer back through the full chain of title.

Complete chain of title going back decades
Previous sale prices and transaction dates
Foreclosure and auction history
Lien and encumbrance records
Deed type and recording details
Ownership duration and transfer frequency

Permits & Renovations

Know exactly what work was done — and whether it was done legally.

Complete building permit history
Open and expired permits flagged
Additions, structural changes, and remodels
Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC permits
Contractor and inspector records when available
Certificate of occupancy status

Environmental & Hazards

Understand every environmental risk before you commit.

FEMA flood zone classification
EPA contamination and Superfund sites
Radon risk assessment by county
Wildfire and earthquake exposure scores
Soil contamination and brownfield data
Lead paint and asbestos likelihood by year built

Property Characteristics

Know exactly what the county has on file about this property.

Year built and construction type
Total square footage and lot size
Bedroom and bathroom count
Assessor-recorded property features
Structure type and foundation
Garage, pool, and outbuilding records

Legal & Zoning

Avoid legal surprises with full zoning and compliance records.

Zoning designation and land use category
Code violations currently on file
HOA restrictions, rules, and monthly fees
Easements and right-of-way encumbrances
Pending or historical legal disputes
Special assessment districts

Tax & Assessment History

Track how the county values this property over time.

Current and historical tax amounts
Assessed value trends year over year
Tax exemptions currently on file
Assessment appeal history
Special assessment districts
Millage rate and taxing authority

Our Data Sources

250+ authoritative sources.

We don't rely on a single database. Every report cross-references hundreds of federal, state, and county-level sources.

County Recorder Offices
FEMA Flood Map Service
EPA Environmental Databases
Tax Assessor Offices
Building & Planning Departments
State Court Records
Municipal Code Enforcement
USGS Geological Data
County Deed Registries
Local Zoning Boards
HOA Document Repositories
Permit & Inspection Offices
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FCRA Disclaimer: This report is compiled from publicly available records and is not a consumer report as defined by the FCRA. It may not be used for tenant screening, employment decisions, insurance underwriting, credit evaluation, or any other FCRA-regulated purpose.