Real Estate Deed Vs. Title, What is the Difference?
October 28, 2022
In the world of buying and selling real estate, ownership transfer is at the center of it all. All the time-sensitive rules and regulations, along with the terms and jargon can be too much for homeowners and potential buyers to sort out. Two such terms are “deed” and “title,” and we’re often asked to explain the difference between the two. In this article, we’ll break down the differences, the power they hold, and how to ensure legal standards are met. What’s the Difference Between a Deed and a Title? The biggest difference between a deed and a title is that one is an actual, tangible object, and the other is an abstract concept. A deed—the tangible document—transfers ownership from one...