Recording Details
- Signing Requirements – The grantor must sign the document and have their signature acknowledged by a notarial officer.[1]
- Where to Record – County Clerk and Recorder[2]
- Recording Fees – $8 per page (as of this writing).[3]
Formatting Requirements
Deeds should follow the following recording standards[4]:
- Paper: 8.5″ x 11″ or 8.5″ x 14″ white paper.
- Ink: Black or blue
- Margins:
- Top: 3″ at the top of the first page and 1″ at the top of every other page.
- Bottom: At least 1″ on the bottom of each page.
- Sides: 0.5″ on each side.
Realty Transfer Certificate – This must be filed with the deed.[5]