California Partition Law Blog
Exceptions in a title report, also called a preliminary title report, make a potential buyer aware of issues with the property. Exceptions are important as they may limit what title insurance a buyer is eligible for and may prevent the sale of property altogether.
What is a title report?
A title report is used when conducting a sale or purchase of real estate to help a buyer make an informed decision. A title report is provided by a title insurance company after escrow is opened. It is a document that includes details about the property’s owners, recorded liens against the property, other encumbrances or debts, and conditions. (Ins. Code. § 12340.11.)
The California Partition Law begins at Code of Civil Procedure section 872.010 and ends at Code of Civil Procedure section 874.323. Section 872.220 requires that the plaintiff state the existence and location of a title report if they have procured one. A title report includes a preliminary report, guarantee, binder, or policy of title insurance. (CCP § 872.010 subd. (e).)