Title is the ownership interest or interests in real property and may include multiple legal and equitable interests that can be separated into separate title interests—such as water rights, easement rights, mineral rights, timber rights, and hunting rights—and held by different parties.

Title may also refer to legal evidence of a person’s or entity’s ownership of a piece of real property—often a document such as a deed that is recorded or filed in the public records (usually at the county level of government).

Title to a piece of real property is distinct from possession of the piece of real property. Possession of real property is a right that generally goes with title to real property—but possession is not necessarily sufficient to prove title to real property.

In Arizona, title refers to the legal ownership of real property and may encompass various interests, such as water, easement, mineral, timber, and hunting rights. These interests can be held by different parties, allowing for the division of the property's title into distinct legal and equitable interests. Evidence of title is typically in the form of a recorded document, like a deed, which is filed with the county recorder's office. This document serves as legal proof of ownership. It's important to note that holding title to real property is different from possessing it. While possession often accompanies title and can indicate ownership, it is not definitive proof of title. To establish clear title or resolve any disputes regarding property ownership, individuals often seek the assistance of an attorney who specializes in real estate law.