A Copy of Title, or Register Search Statement (RSS), is an official snapshot of a property’s current title details from the Victorian Register of land.

An RSS typically includes:

• Current property owners
• The land’s description, including lot and plan details
• Encumbrances, such as mortgages, caveats or covenants

People commonly use a Copy of Title to:

• Confirm who currently owns a property
• Check what’s registered on title (for example, a mortgage or caveat)
• Support planning, building, or asset-related enquiries
• Help with property due diligence prior to sale, including Section 32 Statement preparation or review
• Help to identify potential issues, like restrictions or disputes, before buying.

A Copy of Title is for information and verification. It cannot be used to lodge or register transactions on the title.

It reflects the information as it appears at the time you purchase the search. If something changes on the register afterwards, you’ll need to complete a new title search. It reflects the information as it appears at the time you purchase the search. If something changes on the register afterwards, you’ll need to complete a new title search.

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