HomeWhat Is an Easement, and How Do They Work?Here are a few factors to keep an eye on if you’re thinking of buying a home with an easement in place.SavePrintAn easement grants another person, entity, or business the legal right to access or use someone else’s property. Dreamstime/TNSTribune News Service10/31/2025|Updated: 10/31/20250:00X 1By Larissa Runkle Bankrate.comAn easement is a common finding during a title search, the crucial step in the homebuying process that confirms the seller’s legal ownership of the property and uncovers any claims or restrictions tied to it.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentTribune News ServiceAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesRetirement Income Strategies for the Long HaulDec 05, 2025Your Property Tax Bill May Be Higher Than It Needs to Be. Here’s What to Do About ItDec 05, 2025WA’s Real Twin Peaks: Seattle Times Critics Take a Surreal Day TripDec 04, 2025Pork Tonnato (Pork in Tuna Sauce) With Green SaladDec 04, 2025