EPISODE · Mar 2, 2026 · 43 MIN
Is Your Name Still on Your Deed? (How to Check for Free)
from Life Death & the Law · host Deason Garner & Hansen
Is your home truly yours? In this episode of Life, Death, & the Law, attorneys Shawn Garner and Thomas Sparks reveal a surging crime in Yuma County: Deed Fraud. Fraudsters are forging signatures and recording fake deeds, leaving rightful owners in legal limbo for years.We break down the critical differences between Quitclaim, Special Warranty, and General Warranty deeds, and why choosing the wrong one could nullify your title insurance. You'll learn the step-by-step process for a Quiet Title Action and how to use the County Recorder’s new free alert system to catch fraudsters in real-time.Key Takeaways:The "Scam" Script: Why high-pressure "cash only" deals are a major red flag.Title Insurance Secrets: Why you should never skip escrow, even in a private sale.The Arizona Advantage: How "Notice Statutes" determine who actually owns a property.Estate Planning Protection: Why conveying property to a Trust requires a specific type of deed to maintain insurance.Stop fraudsters before they start. Visit your County Recorder’s website today to register your property for free alerts.Want to schedule an appointment?Visit https://deasongarnerlaw.com or call (928) 783-4575Follow Deason Garner & Hansen: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/JGzv42UBzXoLmQQF/?mibextid=LQQJ4d Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dghlawfirm?igsh=am43eGkxYWN2cG11
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Is your home truly yours? In this episode of Life, Death, & the Law, attorneys Shawn Garner and Thomas Sparks reveal a surging crime in Yuma County: Deed Fraud. Fraudsters are forging signatures and recording fake deeds, leaving rightful owners in legal limbo for years.We break down the critical differences between Quitclaim, Special Warranty, and General Warranty deeds, and why choosing the wrong one could nullify your title insurance. You'll learn the step-by-step process for a Quiet Title Action and how to use the County Recorder’s new free alert system to catch fraudsters in real-time.Key Takeaways:The "Scam" Script: Why high-pressure "cash only" deals are a major red flag.Title Insurance Secrets: Why you should never skip escrow, even in a private sale.The Arizona Advantage: How "Notice Statutes" determine who actually owns a property.Estate Planning Protection: Why conveying property to a Trust requires a specific type of deed to maintain insurance.Stop fraudsters before they start. Visit your County Recorder’s website today to register your property for free alerts.Want to schedule an appointment?Visit https://deasongarnerlaw.com or call (928) 783-4575Follow Deason Garner & Hansen: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/JGzv42UBzXoLmQQF/?mibextid=LQQJ4d Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dghlawfirm?igsh=am43eGkxYWN2cG11
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