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Property alert notification system to fight deed fraud
Summary
Starting January 1, 2027, homeowners will be able to enroll their property in a free alert system that notifies them when any document — including a potentially fraudulent deed — is recorded against it. It's a direct consumer protection against title fraud.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Free to enrolled homeowners; the city bears the vendor cost, which the minutes do not specify.
✅Who benefits
Homeowners, especially seniors and absentee owners vulnerable to deed fraud.
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