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How To Find The Owner Of A Property

Depending on the amount of detail you want, there are a few ways how to find the owner of a property from the obvious to the not so obvious, from the formal to the slightly unorthodox.

How To Find The Owner Of A Property

There can be a number of reasons why you might want to find the owner of a property:

  • you're a neighbour and have property issues to discuss
  • you have a notice to deliver
  • you like the property and want to make an offer etc.

Option 1: Start with Locals

A basic way to start is to ask around. Knock on the door, check with the neighbours or go to the local shop and see if anyone in the area might have an answer for you.

Option 2: Speak To Local Authorities

There is certain limitations due to privacy legislation that the local Council, Police, Government departments, County etc. can give to you, but they may be able (if willing) to make contact on your behalf.

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Option 3: Talk to a Real Estate Agent

If the house has been sold recently, is being rented out or near other properties that have been sold the local realtor may have an idea of who the owner is. They may also be very helpful if they believe they could make a commission on a sale!

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Option 4: Send Them A Letter

If the property appears to be vacant then sending a letter to the property address in the hope that the owner has a re-direct notice on mail may get them to contact you.

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Option 5: Government Registers

You can make an application from your state Land Register or Titles Office for information on a property including the owner.

While this wont give you contact details like a phone number it is a place to start.

Option 6: Internet Search

Doing a good old google search can find you all sorts of things so it may be worth a shot.

You may also find some websites that offer services doing such searches for you.

Please feel free to share your experiences of how to find the owner of a property below:

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