Is Enhanced Title Insurance Needed for Your NJ Home Purchase?
Allison Ziefert Homes May 17, 2024
Allison Ziefert Homes May 17, 2024
When you purchase a home or property in Essex, Morris, Union County, New Jersey, title insurance protects you and your lender from financial loss sustained from defects in the title to a property. It ensures that the buyer has clear ownership of the property and that there are no hidden liens, encumbrances, or other issues that could affect the title’s validity.
Standard Owner’s Title Insurance typically covers “the past”:
Title insurance rates are set by the state.
Enhanced Owner’s Title Insurance offers additional protections for “the future”, including:
These policies cannot be purchased retroactively, and they cost about 20% more than the standard policy.
Local real estate attorneys whom we have conferred with differ in their opinions on these policies. Some say that they are not worth the extra expense, and others recommend them for every client.
In summary, while a standard owner’s title insurance policy offers essential protection, an enhanced policy can provide additional safeguards that might be valuable depending on your specific circumstances and risk tolerance. It’s often a good idea to discuss the options with your real estate attorney or title insurance agent to understand the best choice for your situation.
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