UCC search due diligence done right, every time
Nationwide, multi‑jurisdiction search capability
CT Corporation coordinates searches across all U.S. jurisdictions through a single partner, reducing the risk of missed liens in multi‑state transactions.
Debtor name and index logic expertise
CT Corporation accounts for name variations, indexing rules, and filing‑office search logic to help reduce false negatives and unlocated liens.
Centralized search management
Search results, supporting documents, and lien records can be managed through a centralized process, improving organization and visibility across transactions.
IntelliChart automated lien charts
IntelliChart is integrated into CT Corporation’s search services to automatically convert UCC search results into structured lien charts, reducing manual effort and improving consistency.
Scalable for simple to complex transactions
CT Corporation’s search services are designed to support everything from single‑search requests to complex, portfolio‑wide lien diligence strategies.
UCC lien searches
Searches focused on Article 9 security interests in personal property, such as UCC financing statement (UCC 1) searches.
Tax lien searches
Searches identifying governmental lien claims that may prime or compete with private security interests. Examples include federal tax lien searches (IRS liens), state tax lien searches, and local or municipal tax lien searches (where applicable).
Judgment lien searches
Searches used to identify court-ordered liens that may attach to personal or real property. Examples include judgment lien searches and civil judgment searches resulting in lien claims.
Bankruptcy-related lien searches
Searches relevant to lien priority, avoidance risk, and secured status analysis, such as bankruptcy searches (federal bankruptcy court records impacting lien status).
Real property related lien searches
Searches focused on liens encumbering real estate (often used alongside UCC searches). Examples include real property lien searches, mortgage-related lien searches (as part of lien diligence), and vessel / U.S. Coast Guard lien searches (documented vessels).
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FAQs
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Why are lien searches important?Lien searches help reveal potential conflicts in collateral interest before closing.
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Should I run a tax lien search in all states?Requirements vary by state and can involve state and/or local offices; a jurisdiction‑aware strategy helps avoid gaps.
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What is the difference between owner verification and owner/mortgage searches?Owner verification identifies current ownership and legal description; owner/mortgage adds mortgages/deeds of trust.
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What is an Owner and Encumbrance Search?It identifies the current owner and liens/encumbrances against the property.
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What is Search to Reflect?After filing, Search‑to‑Reflect provides assurance that the filing appears in public records under the correct debtor name.
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How do we choose jurisdictions to search?Search strategy depends on the debtor, collateral type, and transaction structure. CT Corporation experts help map the right approach. Contact us today.
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Can you retrieve document images?Yes. CT Corporation search workflows can include document images from public records where available.
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Do you provide legal advice?No. Consult counsel for legal interpretation.