Types of encumbrances include leases and protective or restrictive covenants. Conduct a title search, consult a professional, and consider taking out a general warranty deed to protect your interests.

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Understanding Encumbrances in Real Estate Encumbrance in real estate refers to any claim, lien or liability on a property that may limit or restrict the owner's rights to transfer or use the ...

Patent broker Brad Close notes that encumbrances can have the effect of reducing a patent’s value by up to 100 percent, practically rendering a patent valueless on the market.

Difference Between a Lien & Encumbrance. Encumbrances and liens commonly occur in real estate; and if you fail to satisfy a debt, a creditor or the Internal Revenue Service may attach a lien or ...

Absolute titles have no liens, attachments, or encumbrances to them. The holder of the absolute title is free to sell the property at their discretion.

Special warranty deeds go by many names in different states, including covenant deed, grant deed, and limited warranty deed. The guarantee covers only the period when the seller held title to the ...