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Owner Financing · Article 20

Can I Get Title Insurance with Owner Financing?

Yes, title insurance is often available for owner-financed purchases, and it's one of the smartest protections you can add.

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Yes, title insurance is often available for owner-financed purchases, and it's one of the smartest protections you can add.

What Title Insurance Covers

Title insurance protects you against hidden liens, ownership disputes, fraud, or errors in public records that surface after closing — issues a basic title search might not catch.

Why It Matters More Without a Bank

A traditional mortgage lender typically requires title insurance as a condition of the loan. In an owner-financed deal, there's no lender forcing that requirement, so it's up to you to request it.

How to Get It

Work with a local title company to run a title search and issue a policy, just as you would in a conventional purchase.

Bottom Line

Don't skip title insurance just because there's no bank requiring it — it protects one of the largest investments you'll ever make.

Learn more about title protection at ownerfinancedhomesforsale.com.

This article shares general educational information about owner financing and is not legal or financial advice. Consult a licensed real estate attorney or financial professional before entering into any owner financing agreement in your state.