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How do I find if a property has liens against it?
I am doing my very first deals - 2 short sales. I'm not sure if these deals will go through - I'm just in the beginning process. But, I would like to know if there are liens on the property without paying a title company. Is there a way to do that online? I have checked the prothonotary's office online, and don't find anything there. Any advice?
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Maria, many Countys have online property search some with the actual lien holder on it. If you don´t find these information online, then write down the parcel-number and call the auditor/accessor office. It´s worth trying.
Alternate it gives an online tracing service for that, but it cost you $100 per propertie.
-Uwe