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What Is a Property DNA Report?

By Scott Horne August 25, 2026

General Educational Information

This article provides general educational information about title insurance and real estate matters. Laws, regulations, and title practices vary by jurisdiction. This content does not constitute legal advice, a title opinion, or a commitment to insure. Consult qualified professionals for advice specific to your transaction.

A Property DNA Report is 1st Option Title's proprietary property research tool. It provides a comprehensive analysis of a property's title condition, going beyond a standard title search to give buyers, sellers, investors, and agents a complete picture.

What's Included

The Property DNA Report covers complete title history and chain of title, all recorded liens, judgments, and encumbrances, easement and restriction analysis, potential title issues and risk factors, ownership verification, and legal description review.

Who Should Get a Property DNA Report?

  • Buyers: Know what you're buying before you commit
  • Sellers: Identify title issues before listing
  • Investors: Due diligence for deal evaluation
  • Agents: Value-add service for your clients
  • Commercial buyers: Deep due diligence for commercial acquisitions

It's Free

The Property DNA Report is completely free. There's no charge, no obligation, and no catch. We provide this service because we believe informed decisions lead to smoother closings.

Request a Property DNA Report for any property today.

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