Satisfaction or release in Cook County, Illinois
A satisfaction (also called a release, reconveyance or discharge) is recorded by the lender after a loan is paid, to take its mortgage or deed of trust off the title. In Cook County, satisfactions and releases are recorded with the Cook County Clerk, Recordings, and a HeritageDeed title search lists them for the property.
What it means for a buyer or bidder
Matching every loan to its satisfaction is the core of a lien search: an unmatched loan is still open of record.
Does a title search find it in Cook County?
Yes. The Cook County report covers: Deeds, mortgages, releases and liens recorded with the Cook County Clerk.
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