In addition, I. carrying folio containing paper like the MLS listing, tax records, utility bills, etc....

My MLS has a Public Records section that has county data pulled in showing ownership and ownership change history, some basic mortgage information, les pendens, taxes, and things lot parcel number and if owner occupied.

BLOCKCHAIN 101: Blockchain is a centralized public ledger that keeps a record of all transactions in chronological order.

The Pikes Peak Association of Realtors said the median price of Springs-area homes sold last month hit a record high of $336,795.

I say everytime because you can look back and check their track record.

Does anyone know (or if its even possible) how to do a property record search for California properties, specifically San Diego, by address for free? 

There was a deed from the early 80s that was never recorded rendering the property nearly unsalable.

Study and learn the track record from more senior Investors.

Upon my quick examination of the title in public records, it looks like the home was titled to the Custodian (Equity Trust) FBO the seller's 401k. 

I made a contract between both companies, and recorded a mortgage at the County Courthouse.