{"ai_json_enabled":true,"answer":"Begin with a formal title search through the land office, requested by and reviewed with your lawyer. Check the official register to confirm current ownership, the chain of title, and any previous transfers. Obtain an encumbrance certificate or equivalent document to identify mortgages, liens, servitudes, or other claims affecting the property. Verify the property\u2019s boundaries and land measurements, and confirm that the seller has authority to sell and that there are no unresolved leases or tenancy rights that could affect transfer. Review building permits, occupancy approvals, and any restrictive covenants tied to the property or estate. Also verify road access and utility rights, since those can influence finance and daily use. Finally, have your lawyer assess transfer costs and tax obligations, and ensure the contract protects your position if any issue arises before completion. Gather written confirmations of all findings and apply them to the exact property in question.","answer_source":"openai_conversational_breadcrumb","category":"Due Diligence","category_slug":"due-diligence","confidence":"grounded_in_approved_property_guide_context","conversation_depth":1,"conversation_followup_type":"application","conversation_parent_slug":"what-should-due-diligence-include-before-buying-thai-property","conversation_reason":"It builds on the due-diligence framework by guiding you through the concrete steps to confirm title and encumbrances.","conversation_root_slug":"what-should-due-diligence-include-before-buying-thai-property","created_at":"2026-09-08T19:26:53+00:00","daily_publish_cap":3,"date_published":"2026-09-09","display_date":"2026-09-09","drip_batch":"2026-09-09","drip_status":"daily_auto_published","freshness_warning":"Property availability, prices, ownership rules, taxes, fees and legal requirements can change. This guide is general information only. Buyers, sellers, renters and investors should confirm current details with a qualified Thai lawyer, licensed agent, accountant or relevant professional before signing or transferring funds.","id":"daily-20260909-03-34d5b2e7b0","image_ids":["[\"img-hhpg-due-diligence-for-buyers-21ea1d4c\"]"],"json_url":"/answer/how-do-i-verify-title-history-and-encumbrances-before-signing.json","last_updated":"2026-09-08T19:26:53+00:00","public_disclaimer":"This website provides general Hua Hin property guide information only. It is not legal, financial, tax or investment advice.","publish_status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-08T19:26:53+00:00","question":"How do I verify title history and encumbrances before signing?","question_intent":"application","rss_enabled":true,"rss_pub_date":"Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:26:53 GMT","schema_enabled":true,"site_key":"hua-hin-property-guide","slug":"how-do-i-verify-title-history-and-encumbrances-before-signing","source":"daily_auto_hua_hin_property_guide","source_record_ids":[],"source_type":"daily_auto_hua_hin_property_guide","source_urls":[],"status":"published","tags":["conversation follow-up","daily_property_guide","Due Diligence","daily_auto","digital_twin"],"updated_at":"2026-09-08T19:26:53+00:00"}