Some homeowners like having their original deed on hand for reference, but it's not necessary. If you ever lose your deed or need to access it, you can request a copy of it from the town clerk, and you do not need to present the original copy when you sell or refinance your house.
If you know the instrument number or deed book and page number, you may request a copy of your deed either by mail or over the telephone by calling 703-691-7320, option 3 and then option 3 again. Send your written request to: Fairfax Circuit Court 4110 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 317 Fairfax, VA 22030.
Yes, you can look up whose name is on a deed in the US. That information is public record. To begin, go to the county tax assessment website where the property is located.
The Fairfax County Land Records Division manages property transaction records, including deeds, mortgages, and liens. These records are available in person at their office or through a subscription to the Court's Public Access Network (CPAN).
If you have the street address or legal description of the property, the Commissioner's Office can provide the ownership information. Contact the Real Estate Department at (540) 372-1207.
A property can be foreclosed in Virginia in as little as 60 days if it foreclosed through the non judicial foreclosure process and the borrower does not contest or stall the proceedings. Judicial foreclosures vary in length depending on the court schedule and rulings.
The address of the Land Records Division is: Fairfax Circuit Court, 4110 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 317, Fairfax, VA 22030. The telephone number is 703/691-7320 (press 3, then 3). The office is open from a.m. – p.m. Monday through Friday.
Under Virginia State Law, these real estate assessment records are public information. Display of this property information on the internet is specifically authorized by the Code of Virginia §58.1-3122.2 (as amended).
For information about researching current Fairfax Circuit Court Land Records and Deeds, please visit the Land Records Research Room page or contact the Land Records Division at 703-691-7320 (press 3, then 4) (TTY 711).