Title Abstractor

About the Role

Title Abstractors are experts in researching property titles, producing reports that help facilitate real estate transactions. They meticulously review historical records and legal documents to ensure clear property titles, identify any issues, and provide essential information for buyers, sellers, lenders, and attorneys. Attention to detail, legal knowledge, and effective communication are essential for this role, which contributes to secure and compliant property transfers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong residential abstracting experience in both NC and SC (3+ years)
• Commercial experience a plus
• Strong reading comprehension and analytical skills
• Familiarity with property records, legal terminology, and real estate transactions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with county recorder offices and public records systems
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal real estate laws and regulations
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Candidate physically located to cover courthouse trips for one of more of the following county groups: York/Lancaster/Charlotte Metro Charleston/Dorchester/Berkeley/Georgetown Horry

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough title examinations, including searching public records for deeds, mortgages, judgments, tax assessments, and other relevant documents.
• Access county tax records to verify ownership, tax payment history, taxes due and city/municipal taxes if any
• Check for prior policy through underwriter. Run VCAP or judgment search depending on property location and obtain supporting documents.
• Check LiensNC for lien agent appointments
• Verify legal descriptions are accurate and tract plot metes and bounds.
• Identify and analyze potential title issues that may impact the property.
• Run monthly builder updates

General Responsibilities

• Participate in maintaining a tidy and organized office environment.
• Provide general hospitality (e.g., greeting clients, preparing closing rooms).
• Aid with general administrative tasks as needed to support team operations.
• Answer incoming calls and direct them appropriately.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management to meet organizational needs.