Title search for out bid process of foreclosures

[Jeff Williams]

So I recently went to the courthouse to see all the properties that are still in the outbid period. Several have me interested, but if it is an HOA foreclosure, what are ways to determine if there are liens on the property? My local attorney wants $250 for the title search, but I am wondering if there is a way I can do a preliminary search myself and if nothing is found, then I can get an attorney involved. Any tips from people with foreclosure experience? Two different departments to deal with at court, whether it is a tax foreclosure or HOA/mortgage foreclosure. Wife and I started with the HOA and mortgage foreclosure, but does anyone have advise if the tax foreclosures are safer?