title defect
[ˈtaɪtəl ˈdiːfekt]
nounpl: title defects
vício de título
1. A flaw or imperfection in the legal ownership or documentation of a property that prevents the owner from having clear and unencumbered ownership rights
The real estate transaction was delayed because a title defect was discovered during the title search.
A transação imobiliária foi adiada porque um vício de título foi descoberto durante a pesquisa de propriedade.
2. Any issue affecting the validity or marketability of a property title, such as liens, easements, or unclear ownership claims
The buyer's attorney identified a title defect that required resolution before closing.
O advogado do comprador identificou um vício de título que precisava ser resolvido antes do fechamento.
This is technical legal terminology essential in real estate transactions in both the USA and Brazil. In the US, title defects are managed through title insurance and title searches before closing. In Brazil, similar protections exist through property registration systems (Cartório de Registro de Imóveis). Understanding title defects is crucial for buyers to protect their investment and ensure legitimate ownership.
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