👉 Hatchment is a legal concept in the United States that refers to the process by which an individual or entity acquires title to real property. It involves transferring ownership of land from one person or entity to another, typically through the sale or exchange of title deeds. In the context of real estate transactions, a "hatch" typically refers to the act of purchasing title to land for personal use, with the intent to make it available for future development or other purposes. This could include building homes