Saline County, Illinois – March 11, 2025 – Jimi Williams-Cox, County Clerk & Recorder announced today that they have implemented Cott Systems’ PropertyCheckTM in an invigorated effort to combat property and mortgage fraud in Saline County. This 24/7 service allows residents to sign up on the Cott Systems’ RECORDhubTM website (https://recordhub.cottsystems.com) to receive notifications when official documents are recorded on their property. Residents can activate alerts based on their name. This is a free service to the citizens of Saline County.
WHAT IS PROPERTY FRAUD? Property fraud can occur if someone forges your identity, transfers your property into their name, and records the document. This fraudulent activity can make it appear as if that person owns your home or property – and you may not have any idea that this happened! It is, unfortunately, becoming more prevalent today as cyber criminals exploit every avenue they can to cause harm and steal from everyday citizens.
Cott Systems’ PropertyCheckTM works seamlessly in the background of the Saline County records management RECORDhub software, automatically alerting on an enrolled record if a document with matching name or address is recorded. Property owners need to opt-in by creating a RECORDhubTM account, create alerts for their name, and choose the preference of alerts – email or text message. “It’s also a good idea to set up multiple alerts based on first, middle and last name variations and your spouse’s name, to be sure that an alert will be triggered in case a recording happens with some kind of slight variation,” says Paul Fetters, the product Implementation Specialist at Cott Systems.
Saline County has partnered with Cott Systems to offer this no-cost solution, adding an additional layer of protection to records data and allowing residents to feel safer in their homes. Jimi Williams-Cox, County Clerk & Recorder explains, “This is a free service we are proud to offer, and I encourage all residents to sign up.”. To activate this benefit, residents of Saline County can simply sign up for PropertyCheckTM alerts at:
https://recordhub.cottsystems.com.
ABOUT SALINE COUNTY
Gateway to the Shawnee National Forest
Saline County, Illinois, is a region rich is history and natural beauty, located in the heart of Southern Illinois. Known for its close-knit communities and agricultural heritage, the county is home to one of the state’s most iconic landmarks, Garden of the Gods. This area, part of the Shawnee National Forest, features breathtaking rock formations like Camel Rock, which is depicted on the 2016 “America the Beautiful” Illinois quarter.
In addition to its scenic landscapes, Saline County offers residents and visitors a perfect blend of rural charm and modern amenities. Its central location in Southern Illinois makes it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, with opportunities for hiking, sightseeing, and exploring historic sites. Whether you are seeking adventure or tranquility, Saline County is a welcoming destination with a rich cultural and nature legacy.
ABOUT COTT SYSTEMS
An innovator in records management for 135 years, Cott Systems empowers local government offices to improve efficiency, provide superior constituent service, and preserve the official records entrusted to their care. Decades of dedication make it possible for Cott Systems to provide all the services a local official needs to preserve and modernize the rich history of their jurisdiction. In addition to industry-leading software solutions, Cott Systems also offers traditional data and imaging services. For more information about Cott Systems, please visit cottsystems.com.