How does BLM convey title to the property, and does the BLM provide title insurance?
For public land that has never previously been conveyed out of Federal ownership, the BLM will issue a patent, a legal instrument similar to a deed. For public land that was previously conveyed out of Federal ownership and reacquired, the BLM will issue a quitclaim deed. The BLM does not provide title insurance policies on lands that are sold, and it is the purchasers responsibility to obtain title insurance if they choose. Property interests to be reserved by the United States and other encumbrances (i.e., rights-of-way, mineral leases, etc.) that affect properties being offered for sale will be identified prior to the sale, and will be listed in the patent or quitclaim deed. It is recommended that any prospective purchaser review the list of encumbrances for any parcel prior to bidding.
For public land that has never previously been conveyed out of Federal ownership, the BLM will issue a patent, a legal instrument similar to a deed. For public land that was previously conveyed out of Federal ownership and reacquired, the BLM will issue a quitclaim deed. The BLM does not provide title insurance policies on lands that are sold, and it is the purchaser’s responsibility to obtain title insurance if they choose. Property interests to be reserved by the United States and other encumbrances (i.e., rights-of-way, mineral leases, etc.) that affect properties being offered for sale will be identified prior to the sale, and will be listed in the patent or quitclaim deed. It is recommended that any prospective purchaser review the list of encumbrances for any parcel prior to bidding.
