Millions of documents are housed at the Oakland County Register Of Deeds office, making searching for property information challenging. The Super Index, powered by Google and Xerox, allows for easy searching via any information contained in a document, including name, address, property identification number.
In 2014, Oakland County launched Super Index, the first property document search engine of its kind in the United States. Super Index allows for easy searching of the millions of documents filed with Oakland County using any information contained within. Homeowners can use their name, address, property ID number, or any other information on the document to search.
The Oakland County Register of Deeds understands the importance of protecting property ownership. With the rise in property fraud, Clerk/Register of Deeds Lisa Brown implemented the Property Records Notification (PRN) system to alert homeowners whenever a document affecting their property is recorded at the Oakland County Register of Deeds.
This free service will notify property owners of potential fraudulent activity such as forged deeds or fraudulent mortgages being filed on their property without their knowledge. The PRN is a great tool for homeowners to stay informed about what is happening with their property and can also be a great resource for real estate agents and law enforcement.
In addition to Super Index, the Property Records Notification (PRN) system allows users to sign up for free email alerts whenever a new document is recorded at the Register of Deeds. Homeowners can sign up at ocmideeds.com using their name, address, property ID number, or document type.
The PRN system is a significant step in protecting property ownership for Oakland County residents. It not only provides timely information about property-related changes but also helps detect and prevent fraudulent activities. The PRN was awarded a 2016 Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo) in the Civic Education and Public Information category.
For residents who are victims of property fraud, the Oakland County Clerk/Register of Deeds recommends that they contact their local law enforcement agency and an attorney. For more information about Super Index and PRN, visit the Oakland County Clerk/Register of Deeds website. You can also contact them by phone at 248-858-0581 or email: [email protected].
