When you buy a property, a deed is signed at settlement (closing). It goes to the County Registrar of Deeds for recording and is mailed back to you. Depending upon the County, it may be a few weeks to even a few months. Any recording fees were paid at closing.
There are companies that are sending out very official looking notices, complete with 'respond by' dates to new homeowners. They want you to get a 'Current Grant Deed' and 'Property Assessment Profile', you can pay by phone (usually an 888 toll free number), and charge $83. These documents are worthless and they are NOT your real deed.
Sometimes these official looking notices come to homeowners before the true deed arrives in the mail. Please don't waste your money. If you have questions, contact your Realtor, the title company that handled your settlement or your County Registrar of Deeds.
And as always, feel free to call me with real estate questions.
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