Massachusetts Release Deed Form

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A Massachusetts release deed conveys property easily but without any language protecting the buyer against title issues. Sometimes referred to as a “fiduciary deed,” due to the lack of covenants and warranties, settling third-party claims becomes the responsibility of the grantee (buyer).

Massachusetts Release Deed Form

A Massachusetts release deed conveys property easily but without any language protecting the buyer against title issues. Sometimes referred to as a “fiduciary deed,” due to the lack of covenants and warranties, settling third-party claims becomes the responsibility of the grantee (buyer).

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A Massachusetts release deed conveys property easily but without any language protecting the buyer against title issues. Sometimes referred to as a “fiduciary deed,” due to the lack of covenants and warranties, settling third-party claims becomes the responsibility of the grantee (buyer).

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Recording Requirements

  1. The grantor must have their signature notarized.[1]
  2. The first page must have a 3″ by 3″ margin at the top.[2]
  3. The deed must be printed on white paper no larger than 8.5″ x 14″. It must be single-sided.
  4. The font must be large and dark enough to be legibly copied via a scanner.

The deed must be filed with the Registry of Deeds in the county where the property is located. As of this writing, the recording fee is $155.[3]

Sources

  1. §§ 29, 30
  2. Massachusetts Index & Formatting Standards
  3. Registry of Deeds Fee Schedule