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Layout
- There must be:
- A 1.75″ top margin on the first page and a 1″ top margin on every other page.
- A 0.75″ margin on all other sides.
- A 1.5″ margin on the bottom of the last page.
- The deed must be on paper with dimensions between 8.5″ x 11″ and 8.5″ x 14″.
- The font must be at least 10pt.[1]
Signatures
The grantor (or whoever executes the deed) must have their signature notarized.[2]
Recording
The document must be taken to the Registry of Deeds in the county where the property is situated to be recorded.[3] The recording fee is $22 for the first page and $2 for every other page (as of this writing).[4]
Real Estate Transfer Tax Declaration (Form RETTD) (Online|PDF): This calculates the transfer tax due when a property is conveyed. Must be completed and filed with the deed (unless exempt).[5]