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Property title search in New Zealand
What is a property title? And how do you find one in NZ?
28 November 2025
AI summary
A property title search is a crucial part of due diligence for Kiwi home buyers. It checks the official Record of Title from Land Information New Zealand (LINZ), confirming legal ownership and revealing any rights or restrictions like easements and covenants.
While anyone can order a title online, having a lawyer review it is essential to interpret complex legal details and identify risks. This search focuses on legal rights, distinct from a LIM report which covers council records.
What you’ll learn
What is a property title search?
What information does a property title search include?
A current Record of Title typically includes:
How to do a property title search in New Zealand
Having a lawyer check over the property title can save you major headaches down the track.
Why go through your lawyer or conveyancer?
What to look out for in a title search
Property title vs LIM report: what’s the difference?
Frequently asked questions
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