Consumer Alert: Certified Deed Scam

There have been several reports of letters from National Deed Service, Inc. offering certified copies of property deeds for a payment of $69.50. The Chester County Recorder of Deeds office has confirmed that new homeowners are being targeted, and they are strongly advising against consumers giving their payment information to this company. As noted in the letter, the National Deed Service, Inc. is not affiliated with any governmental agency, and the letter appears to be a scam.

Deeds are public documents, and certified copies are available for a comparatively small fee at the County Recorder of Deeds Office. Visit links below to visit your local Recorder of Deeds online for more information on obtaining a certified copy of a deed:

•·          Bucks County, Edward Gudknecht

•·          Chester County, Terence Farrell

•·          Delaware County, Thomas Judge, Sr.

•·          Montgomery County, Nancy Becker

•·          Philadelphia County, Joan Decker