As technology advances, so do the scams. One of the fastest-growing crimes in the U.S. right now is Title Theft — and homeowners are being blindsided every day.
Here’s how it happens:
A thief forges your signature on a single document — a Quitclaim Deed — and records it with the County Recorder. Suddenly, they appear to own your property and can borrow against your home’s equity. By the time you discover the fraud, it’s often because of a massive lien or loan filed against your property. It sounds unbelievable, but it’s happening more than ever.
The good news:
The San Diego County Recorder’s Office offers a free service that can alert you the moment anything changes on your property’s title. No cost. No obligation. No sales pitch — just protection. The provide:
1. 24/7 title monitoring directly from the San Diego County Recorder’s Office
2. Real-time email alerts whenever any document is recorded against your property
3. 100% free — no hidden fees, no commitments
Take these simple steps now:
1. Go to the San Diego County Recorder’s “Owner Alert” page.
o Scroll to the green banner at the bottom and click “Sign Up Now for Owner Alert.”
2. Register your property using your APN (Assessor’s Parcel Number) — you can look it up on the Parcel Quest site.
3. Enter your email address and APN, and you’ll be protected going forward.
Don’t wait until it’s too late.
Take five minutes today to secure your title — and if you ever receive an odd or unexpected document regarding your property, call me immediately. I’ll help you verify it before you sign anything or take any action.
