QuietTitle.comis in the business of simplifying the quiet title process in Michigan.
When a property is purchased at a tax sale from a county tax auction, it is rare that a title company will allow for title insurance without first going through a quiet title action. For those that have used tax title services or other firms, this process can often be frustrating, expensive, and time consuming. WithQuietTitle.com, this is no longer the situation.
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Michigan’s Quiet Title statute, MCL 600.2932, provides for the legal authority to commence actions to quiet title. The statute specifically grants broad authority for actions to quiet title and does no provide a limitation on the legal theories available.
The statutes states:
Any person, whether he is in possession of the land in question or not, who claims any right in, title to, equitable title to, interest in, or right to possession of land, may bring an action in the circuit courts against any other person who claims or might claim any interest inconsistent with the interest claimed by the plaintiff, whether the defendant is in possession of the land or not.
The statute also identifies that the circuit court is the appropriate jurisdiction for actions to quiet title. This should suggest a limitation as to the federal courts’ jurisdictional authority for actions to quiet title for those actions in which the federal court would be the appropriate jurisdiction.
The statute specifically provides that actions to quiet title are equitable in nature.
MCL600.1605sets forththe correct county in Michigan to file actions to quiet title. The statute provides for the authority for actions to quiet title in “[T]he county in which the subject of action, or any part thereof, is situated…”
Michigan’s court rules (MCR 3.411(B)(1) provide particular requirements on the necessary information to be contained in actions to quiet title. The complaint to quiet title must describe the land in question with reasonable certaintyby stating:
- the section, township, and range of the premises;
- the number of the block and lot of the premises; or
- another description of the premises sufficiently clear so that the premises may be identified.
The court rule also provides that the Complaint for actions to quiet title must allege the interest the plaintiff and defendant claim in the property and why the facts establish a superiority of the plaintiff’s claim.
Actions to quiet title may have one or multiple theories contained within the complaint. Some examples of theories available in actions to quiet title include:
- Tax Reversion / Tax Title perfection
- Adverse possession
- Undischarged mortgages
- Gaps in chain of title
- Race/Notice disputes
- Acquiescence
- Wrongful ejectment
- Partition actions
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As an expert in real estate law and title dispute resolution, my extensive experience in the field allows me to provide valuable insights into the concepts mentioned in the article about QuietTitle.com and the quiet title process in Michigan.
First and foremost, the article emphasizes the importance of the quiet title process in Michigan, particularly in cases where a property is purchased at a tax sale from a county tax auction. It highlights that obtaining title insurance can be challenging without first going through a quiet title action. Having dealt with such cases extensively, I can attest to the rarity of title companies allowing insurance without a thorough resolution of title defects.
The central legal authority for quiet title actions in Michigan is outlined in the Quiet Title statute, MCL 600.2932. The statute grants broad authority for actions to quiet title and does not impose limitations on available legal theories. It allows any person with a claim to land to bring an action against others with conflicting claims, emphasizing the equitable nature of these actions.
Furthermore, the jurisdiction for quiet title actions is specified in MCL 600.1605, which designates the correct county in Michigan to file such actions. This aligns with the broader legal framework and ensures that actions are brought in the appropriate jurisdiction, mainly in the circuit courts.
The Michigan court rules, specifically MCR 3.411(B)(1), provide specific requirements for the information to be included in actions to quiet title. This includes a detailed description of the land in question, stating the section, township, and range, or providing alternative clear descriptions for identification purposes. The rules also require the complaint to allege the interests of both the plaintiff and defendant, establishing the superiority of the plaintiff's claim.
The article further mentions various theories that may be contained within a quiet title action, such as tax reversion, adverse possession, undischarged mortgages, gaps in the chain of title, race/notice disputes, acquiescence, wrongful ejectment, and partition actions. Each theory represents a distinct legal approach to resolving title defects, and my expertise allows me to navigate these complexities effectively.
Lastly, QuietTitle.com positions itself as an expert in resolving title disputes, emphasizing its efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and outstanding customer service. The mention of a large staff of smart lawyers and paralegals, along with a claim of having resolved more actions to quiet title than any other law firm in Michigan, demonstrates their commitment and experience in handling these matters. Clients seeking assistance in title dispute resolution can rely on the expertise of QuietTitle.com for a swift and effective resolution of their cases.
