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- The pre-printed text of a deed must be at least 8 pt, while other text must be at least 10 pt.
- Deeds must be on white paper and cannot include watermarks. Signatures must be done in black or blue ink.
- The first page must have a 3-inch top margin. All other margins must be at least 0.75 inches.[1]
Signatures
Deeds must be signed and acknowledged by a notary public.[2]
Recording
The grantor must file the deed at the County Recording Office. It costs $7 for the first page (including a $5 per parcel fee) and $5 for each additional page.[3]
Declaration of Value – Must be completed by the buyer or seller to report the transfer’s details (unless exempt).[4]
Groundwater Hazard Statement – The grantor must complete this form to disclose whether any groundwater hazards are present on the property and file it with the deed.