Cities
Resolving Tangled Titles. Unlocking Land.
Protecting Communities.
Helping cities address deed fraud, resolve title issues, and bring
dormant properties back into circulation.
Cities across the country are facing a triple challenge
A growing housing shortage, a surge in deed fraud, and a huge inventory of property stuck in tangled title.
Many occupied homes are tied up in tangled titles — where families live without clear legal ownership, unable to sell, build equity, or pass the property down to the next generation. At the same time, thousands of parcels sit idle — not because there’s no demand, but because missing heirs and unclear records make it nearly impossible to move forward.
The result:
Tangled titles and long-vacant parcels become easy targets for fraud — including predatory transfers, forged signatures, and outright theft.
Without intervention, these properties remain trapped in legal limbo — stalling neighborhood progress, draining public resources, and hurting families.
Seek Research helps change that.
We partner with cities to tackle the root of the problem: ownership confusion.
Our team specializes in advanced heirship and title research — locating rightful owners, verifying inheritance claims, and compiling documentation that stands up in court.
We work closely with probate attorneys and the courts to resolve these issues efficiently and accurately. We also collaborate with title companies who rely on our findings to confirm rightful ownership — giving them the confidence to insure complex files and take on more business securely.
When municipalities face tangled titles that block redevelopment, reduce tax revenue, or contribute to neighborhood decline, we step in to resolve those records — case by case.
And beyond that, we help bring dormant properties back to life.
Through our work with impact investors and developers, we help convert long-stalled parcels into buildable opportunities. Our research clears the legal path so cities can recover tax revenue, neighborhoods can be renewed, and much-needed housing can move forward — all without placing the burden on city staff.
What We Do for Cities
Resolve Tangled Titles for Occupied Homes
Many families still live in homes they don’t legally own — the title remains in a deceased relative’s name or was never properly transferred. We help confirm rightful ownership and provide court-ready documentation, allowing families to sell, build equity, or pass the property down to the next generation.
Bring Dormant Lots Back into Circulation
We uncover land with unclear ownership and resolve title complications that block progress — restoring long-forgotten lots to the market for development or community use.
Recover Long-Unpaid Property Taxes
When heirs reclaim ownership of long-neglected properties, cities recover years of unpaid property taxes — creating a win-win for families and municipalities alike.
Coordinate the Entire Legal Pathway
From heir identification to probate support and title resolution, we manage the full process alongside trusted attorneys and title companies — ensuring each file is legally ready for transfer and development.
Client Portal Access with Real-Time Transparency
City officials receive secure access to our online portal, where they can track file progress, view documentation, and stay aligned with legal and title partners every step of the way. Families also receive access — reducing confusion and promoting trust.
