Massachusetts Land Title Affidavit

Summary

Affidavits clarifying land titles in Massachusetts must be filed in the countys Registry of Deeds where the land is located. Filing in an out-of-county or out-of-state registry is generally not accepted. To expunge a false affidavit, file a lawsuit in the appropriate court, provide evidence of its falsity, and the court may order its removal from the Registry. Consulting a local real estate attorney is advisable for navigating these processes.

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If someone filed a false Registry of deeds affidavit regarding land title record how can I pursue expungement of such record from the Registry?
To pursue the expungement of a false affidavit from the Registry of Deeds in Massachusetts:
- File a lawsuit in the appropriate court to challenge the false affidavit.
- Provide evidence proving the affidavit is false.
- The court may order the Registry to expunge the false record.
Have you consulted with a local real estate attorney about this issue?