Host Susan Howards interviews State Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell in a special episode of The Safety Net. William explains what the registry of deeds does, beyond keeping reliable records of titles, appeals, and other important documents since 1793. He goes through some of the laws protecting people and their homes and gives steps you can take to make sure you’re protected from fraud when, for example, selling your home. For help with your own titles, you can explore the website at https://www.norfolkdeeds.org/ or contact the customer service center at 781-461-6101.