Land Trust 101: How to Keep Your Property Ownership Private
- Iqra Saeed
- Jan 14
- 10 min read
Did you know that within thirty seconds, a total stranger can find out exactly where you sleep, how much debt you carry, and even what your signature looks like? All they need is an internet connection and your name. By visiting your local County Recorder’s website, anyone—from predatory lawyers to data brokers and scammers—can access your deed. This is called "Public Record Vulnerability." When you own real estate in your personal name, you are essentially publishing your financial life and physical location for the world to see, making yourself an easy target for lawsuits and harassment.
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