Charleston County Register of Deeds launches new property recording alert system

Charleston County Register of Deeds Karen Hollings recently announced the launch of a new Property Recording Alert System.

“The Charleston County Register of Deeds Office is pleased to introduce this new alert system, designed to help residents stay informed about activity related to property records and other official documents filed in their name,” Hollings said.

This convenient, no-cost service sends an email notification to individuals when a document is recorded with the Register of Deeds Office that matches the name they’ve registered. Whether you’re a homeowner, a business representative, or simply want to keep an eye on property activity associated with your name, this tool offers an easy way to stay updated.

How the Property Recording Alert System Works

 Quick Registration

• Sign up in less than a minute by entering your first and last name (minimum three characters each) and email address at https://recordingalert.charlestoncounty.gov/.
• Confirm your email address to activate the service.

 Email Notification

• Receive an alert whenever a document is recorded that matches your registered name.

Flexible Monitoring

• Register multiple name variations, including family members or former names.

Why This Tool Matters

• Monitoring newly recorded documents is an important way to stay aware of any changes that may affect your property interests. This alert system promotes awareness and encourages timely review of documents recorded with the Register of Deeds Office.

Please Note

• This service is informational only and does not replace formal title searches, legal counsel, or document review.
• Alerts are based on name prefix matching; some variations may not trigger a notification.
• Residents can unsubscribe at any time, and there is no cost to use the service.

The Register of Deeds Office records land titles, liens, and other documents related to property transactions in Charleston County. The ROD, an elected official, ensures that all recorded documents comply with federal and state statutes and are available for public review.