Lis pendens in Atlanta, Georgia
A lis pendens is a recorded notice that a lawsuit affecting the property is pending, often a foreclosure. Anyone who acquires an interest afterwards takes it subject to the outcome. In Atlanta, lis pendens notices are recorded with the Fulton County Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts, and a HeritageDeed title search lists them for the property.
What it means for a buyer or bidder
An open lis pendens usually means a foreclosure or title dispute is in court; buying before it is resolved means taking on that risk.
Does a title search find it in Atlanta?
Yes. The Atlanta report covers: Deeds, security deeds, cancellations, assignments and lis pendens tied to the property by parcel number, address, or lot and land lot.
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- Assignment of mortgage
- Check for liens
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