CARTERET COUNTY, N.C. (January 28, 2025) – With property fraud schemes becoming increasingly sophisticated, Carteret County is encouraging residents to take advantage of a free service designed to protect their most valuable asset – their home.
The Recording Notification Service (RNS), offered by the Register of Deeds Office, alerts property owners whenever a document is recorded in their name. This proactive measure allows residents to monitor activity on their property records and flag suspicious recordings.
The RNS is simple to use and free of charge. Residents can sign up online at the Register of Deeds website. Once registered, property owners receive an email notification each time a document is recorded in their name. Notifications include key details such as the recording date, time, instrument number, and other identifying information, enabling homeowners to verify recordings and take action if needed.
“Fraudulent activity surrounding property ownership is becoming increasingly sophisticated," said Karen Hardesty, Carteret County Register of Deeds. "This service provides individuals with the necessary tools to actively monitor their property records and safeguard their investments."
Key benefits of the service include the ability to register up to 10 personal or business names per email address and receive immediate alerts about any activity. This free and convenient service empowers property owners to stay vigilant and protect their investments from fraudulent activity.
While the RNS helps inform the public about potentially fraudulent activity, it does not give the Register of Deeds Office the authority to remove recorded documents. Its primary purpose is to notify property owners so they can act if necessary.
To sign up for the Recording Notification Service, visit carteretcountync.gov/162/Register-of-Deeds and click on “Recording Notification Service.”
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