Recording Requirements
- The grantor must have their signature notarized or proved before a witness.[1]
- Must be on white paper, 8.5″ x 11″ (max. 8.5″ x 14″).[2]
- The text on the deed must be in black ink with a font size of at least 10 pt.
- A 3″ top margin on the first page is required. Other margins must be at least 1″.
Deeds meeting these requirements can be filed at the County Register of Deeds Office serving the property’s county.[3] The filing fee is $30 and $2 for each page over 50 pages.[4]
Special Warranty Deed (Preview)
Additional Forms
Certificate of Real Estate Value (Form PT-56) – Records the details of a conveyance and the parties involved. Deeds must be accompanied by this form when being filed.[5]