The Fredericksburg City Circuit Court clerk’s office is encouraging property owners to enroll in VADeed Alert, a free, voluntary notification service to help Virginians protect their property from deed fraud.
According to a news release from the city, VADeed Alert allows residents to receive electronic notifications whenever a document is recorded in the local land records that matches their name or Tax Map/Parcel ID number. These alerts can provide early warning of potentially fraudulent activity, such as unauthorized deed transfers or filings.
“Deed fraud is a growing concern nationwide,” Jeff Small, Clerk of Circuit Court for the City of Fredericksburg, said in a news release . “VADeed Alert gives property owners a simple and effective way to stay informed and take quick action if something doesn’t look right.”
The service doesn’g prevent documents from being recorded, nor does it validate the legality of a filing. Instead, it serves as an additional layer of awareness, enabling property owners to review activity related to their property and contact the clerk’s office or seek legal advice if needed.
Key Features of VADeed Alert:
- Free to use
- Notifications sent by email
- Users can monitor their name, business name, or Tax Map/Parcel ID number.
- Enrollment is quick and can be completed online in just a few minutes.
How to Sign Up:
Property owners can visit https://risweb.vacourts.gov/VADeedAlert/#/ login to register and begin receiving notifications or visit fredericksburgva.gov/548/Circuit-Court.
For questions about VADeed Alert or local land records, residents may contact the Fredericksburg City Circuit Court Clerk’s Office at (540) 372-1066 or jsmall@vacourts.gov.
