Appendix D : Sample Format for Title Opinion

• Library: Standards for Examination of Real Estate Titles in Arkansas (2021 Ed.)

APPENDIX D: SAMPLE FORMAT FOR TITLE OPINION

Re: __________

Dear__________:

The above described real property has been examined in accordance with the __________ edition of the Standards For Examination of Real Estate Titles in Arkansas published by the Arkansas Bar Association. As reflected by the records on file in the office of the circuit clerk or county clerk, the Ex-Officio Recorder in and for __________ County, Arkansas, as of ___ o'clock, ___.M., __________, title to the above lands was good in __________ (no marital status indicated) subject to the following defects and encumbrances:

1. __________

Taxes and special assessments for the calendar year 20 ___ have (not) been paid and are due and payable on or before 10 October 20 ___, without penalty.

There are no other liens of record against such property other than as noted above.

This opinion does not purport to certify title to oil, gas and/or other minerals. Further, this opinion does not certify title with respect to, and is given subject to: (a)...