What a Property Intelligence Report Actually Includes (and What It Doesn't)
If you're buying land or a home in Montgomery or Moore County, you'll hear "get a property report." But reports vary wildly. Here's what a useful property research brief actually organizes — and the lines it should never cross.
What it organizes
A property intelligence report pulls publicly available information into one readable brief: parcel number and boundary description as recorded by the county; the most recent deed, tax assessment, and any building permits; listed owner(s) as reported; current zoning designation and any overlay districts (floodplain, historic); publicly available maps (topography, aerial imagery, GIS layers for roads/streams/utilities); and answers to common questions about access, utilities, restrictions, and permits — with the source for each.
What it doesn't do
It is not a title search, survey, appraisal, or legal opinion. It cannot access private records. It cannot tell you a property is "buildable" — that requires the county planning department and, often, a surveyor. It does not replace professional due diligence; it shortens the time a professional spends finding the starting point.
Facts vs. interpretations
A good brief labels each item. "Deed shows sale date of January 15, 2020" is a fact. "Property was likely vacant at that time" is an interpretation. The distinction matters when you're deciding what to verify.
How RHS approaches it
AI recommends. JP decides. Every line is reviewed by a person before it leaves. Gaps are labeled as unresolved questions, not assumed away. If you'd like a starting-point brief for a parcel in Montgomery or Moore County, reach out and describe the property — we'll start with the problem, not a sales pitch.
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