The Pennsylvania House of Representatives is studying a proposal to adopt the Uniform Real Property Electronic Recording Act (URPERA). [Read more…] about Legislature Studies URPERA Proposal in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Commissioners’ of Deeds Terms Expire
June 30, 2008, marks the end of the terms of office for the last commissioners of deeds appointed for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. [Read more…] about Pennsylvania Commissioners’ of Deeds Terms Expire
New Notary Public eServices
The Division of Legislation and Notaries (Division) of the Department of State (Department) is pleased to inform you of several new services available via the internet to notaries public and the general public alike. [Read more…] about New Notary Public eServices
Disciplinary Actions in the First Quarter 2008
Disciplinary actions announced by the Department of State included suspensions of notary commissions, probation, and civil penalties. [Read more…] about Disciplinary Actions in the First Quarter 2008
When is a Title Defaced?
According to PennDOT’s fact sheet on defaced titles, any one or a combination of the following items will require the vehicle owner or lienholder to apply for a duplicate certificate of title: [Read more…] about When is a Title Defaced?
What is a Miscellaneous Motor Vehicle Business?
PennDOT defines a miscellaneous motor vehicle business (MMVB) as a vehicle salvage dealer, transporter, financier-collector/repossessor, or a person who maintains an established place of business and who is engaged in the business of repair, service or towing of motor vehicles including but not limited to passenger cars, trucks, implements of husbandry and special mobile equipment. [Read more…] about What is a Miscellaneous Motor Vehicle Business?