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The document is a pamphlet from the Illinois State Archives aimed at assisting genealogical researchers in accessing land sales records. It provides historical context on land transactions in Illinois from 1678 to 1876, detailing the evolution of land ownership under various governmental authorities. The pamphlet outlines the contents of the Raymond H. Hammes Collection, which includes over 10,000 abstracts of land grants and transfers, as well as public domain land sale records indexed for nearly 550,000 transactions. Additionally, it explains how to research county deed records and offers guidance on accessing these records through mail, telephone, or internet requests.

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How to find out who owns land in Illinois?

Illinois Public Property Records Property records are available at the county with the county recorders office or the county assessors office. Contact the county recorders office or the county assessors office to obtain property records.

Are property records public in Illinois?

Illinois property records are public records and open to anyone to review or obtain copies.

How do I find out who owns land in Illinois?

One primary source of property records (especially for deeds, maps, surveys, and liens) is the county recorders office where the property resides.

What is the best evidence of property ownership in Illinois?

Deed or official record: Original deed, warranty deed or deed of trust to the property. A utility bill dated between April 2022 and present, must also be included. Mortgage documentation: Mortgage statement, mortgage promissory note or the closing disclosure form.

Are deeds public record in Illinois?

These records are available for public inspection as dictated by State Statute. The office provides the necessary equipment to search for and print copies of the documents on file.