Starke County Recorder’s Office Warns of Possible Scam

Posted on September 18, 2019
Author Anita Goodan, WKVI

Starke County Recorder Mandy Thomason warns residents of a possible scam concerning a letter from “Local Records Office” that gives instructions about getting a copy of a deed with a charge of about $89.

Thomason said the letter from the company makes it seem like it’s necessary for homeowners to pay this fee for a copy of a deed, however it is not required by the county or the State.  Thomason stressed that she has not spoken with anyone from the “Local Records Office” in Indianapolis and believes the letter is a scam.

The letter states that the company is not affiliated with county government and it is a solicitation and not a bill.

For more information or questions, call 574-772-9110.

Don’t Overpay for Property Information

January 21, 2016AuthorMary Perren, WKVI 

An Indianapolis-based company offering to sell Starke County property owners copies of their deeds is not affiliated with county government. Starke County Recorder Lisa Minix says several people have received official-looking letters from “Local Records Office.” The company has an Indianapolis address and toll-free telephone number.

The letter offers a “property profile” which includes the address, owner’s name, comparable values, legal description property history and public and private schools report for an $89 “processing fee.”

Minix says property owners can obtain a copy of their deed from her office for $1 per page.  Click Deed Letter to view a copy of what “Local Records Office” is sending.  Any Starke County property owner with questions can call the Recorder’s office at 574-772-9109.