Title services in Johnson County
Title and closing notes for Johnson County
Johnson County is the most populous county in Kansas and includes Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa, Shawnee, Leawood, Prairie Village, Mission, Mission Hills, Fairway, Merriam, Gardner, De Soto and most of Spring Hill.
Most homes sit in platted subdivisions with recorded covenants, and HOA statements are a routine part of closing.
How a closing works in Johnson County
- 1The contract and earnest money arrive and title is ordered
- 2The title search runs through Johnson County records and a commitment is issued
- 3Payoffs, HOA statements and tax figures are collected
- 4Buyer and seller review their figures, then sign
- 5The deed and mortgage are recorded with the Johnson County Register of Deeds in Olathe
Closing costs in Johnson County
Kansas has no real estate transfer tax. Kansas property taxes are paid in arrears in two halves, due December 20 and May 10, so the seller usually credits the buyer for taxes from January 1 to the closing date.
Common questions
How do I choose a title company in Johnson County?
Look for quick turnaround on the title commitment, clear communication about requirements, and a straightforward quote. Your contract usually names the title company, so pick before you sign.
Where are deeds recorded for Johnson County property?
With the Johnson County Register of Deeds in Olathe.
Who pays for title insurance in Johnson County?
Your purchase contract decides. In many Kansas City area contracts the seller pays for the owner's policy and the buyer pays for the lender's policy, but it's negotiable.
How long does a title search take in Johnson County?
A typical residential commitment takes a few business days. Rural tracts, estates and complicated chains of title take longer.