A quiet title action can be used to definitively establish property ownership when there are uncertainties or disputes. Quieting a title involves filing a lawsuit to resolve competing claims and obtaining a court ruling that clarifies ownership.

A clouded title refers to a property whose ownership or rights are uncertain. This can be due to pending litigation, disputed claims, or other outstanding issues that create title ambiguities.

A quiet title action can resolve ownership disputes and establish a clear title to a property. This legal process is often necessary in cases that involve mortgage lender disputes, inheritance issues, adverse possession, or long periods of property vacancy.