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UCC & Search
6 services · same-day · all 51 jurisdictions
Lien filings and searches. Same day. All jurisdictions.
Secured creditors file UCC-1s to perfect liens. Buyers, lenders, and lawyers run UCC, tax lien, judgment lien, and bankruptcy searches as part of due diligence. Litigators e-file court documents. All of it has strict deadlines and strict format requirements. We do the back-office work same day so the deal closes on time.
All services
All UCC and search services.
Filings and searches that close deals and protect creditors. Same-day delivery, electronic e-filing, certified mail backup for older courts.
Filings
Creditor protectionUCC-1 Filing
$149
Perfect secured-creditor interest
Use case: Lenders, leasing, factorsLearn more →
Litigation E-Filing
$99
State + federal court documents
Use case: Litigators, pro seLearn more →
Lien searches
Due diligenceUCC Search
From $79
Active liens against a debtor
Use case: M&A, lender DDLearn more →
Federal Tax Lien Search
$99
IRS NFTL lookup
Use case: Real estate, M&ALearn more →
Judgment Lien Search
$129
Civil judgment liens by county
Use case: M&A, real estateLearn more →
Court records
PACER + state Why our search service
Lien filings and searches that close on time. Same day.
Same-day delivery
Filings and searches submitted same business day if received by 3pm ET. Filing receipts and search reports back by close of business.
All 51 jurisdictions
All 50 states + DC for UCC. PACER for federal courts. State court e-filing systems for state litigation. Certified mail backup for courts without e-file.
Due-diligence packages
Bundled UCC + federal tax lien + judgment lien + bankruptcy in one package for M&A and major lender DD. Saves time and money vs. ordering separately.
Format pre-check
Filing format errors are the #1 reason for rejection. We pre-check before submission so rejections do not reset the deadline clock.
Multi-state coordination
Multi-state UCC searches, multi-county judgment lien searches, multi-jurisdiction litigation filings - coordinated as one workflow.
Volume pricing for lenders
Commercial lenders, factors, and leasing companies running searches at volume get $39-$99 per search above the volume thresholds. API integration for direct system feed.
FAQ
About UCC & Search.
What is a UCC search?
A UCC search reviews a state's records for financing statements (UCC-1 filings) that show liens on a business's assets, revealing what collateral is already pledged, which lenders, buyers, and the business itself use for due diligence. We keep your entity records organized so a search on your business is clean.
Why would I run a UCC search?
To see what liens exist on your own business before seeking financing, to check a company you are lending to or buying, or to confirm a paid debt's lien was terminated. It is a standard due-diligence step. We flag when a search is worthwhile and can point you to how to run one.
What does a UCC search show?
It shows financing statements filed against the business, identifying secured creditors and the collateral claimed, though it does not show the debt balance, so it maps who has priority claims. We help you interpret what filings mean for financing or a transaction.
How do I run a UCC search?
You search the relevant state's UCC records, usually the state where the business is organized, by the exact legal name, since name errors miss filings. We keep your entity's exact legal name consistent so searches on your business return accurate results.
Why does the exact business name matter?
Because UCC records are indexed by the debtor's exact legal name, and even small variations can cause a filing to be missed, which is a common due-diligence error. We keep your entity's legal name consistent across records so filings tie to it correctly.
Should I search before getting a loan?
Yes: a lender will search for existing liens, and knowing what is already filed, including stale liens that should have been terminated, helps you address issues before they hold up financing. We flag this so you go into borrowing with a clear picture.
What if I find a lien that should be gone?
If a paid debt's UCC-1 was never terminated, you follow up with the lender to file a termination, since a lingering lien can complicate new financing or a sale. We flag the need so satisfied filings are actually cleared.
How does a UCC search fit into due diligence?
When buying a business or lending to one, a UCC search reveals existing secured claims on the assets, which is essential before you rely on those assets. We keep your entity records organized so due diligence on your business is straightforward.
Can File.Business help with UCC searches?
We keep your entity's legal name and records consistent so searches tie to it correctly, and can point you toward running UCC searches for financing or due diligence, so the lien picture on your business is clear and accurate.
SOC 2 Type II audited
220,000+ businesses. 60-day money-back. State fees passed through at cost.
Your operating system, not a transaction
Every deadline auto-tracked across your entities. Compliance Score visible year-round.
Transparent pricing
No hidden fees. No upsells at checkout. State fees disclosed upfront.