New Hampshire Terminology – Generally, a quitclaim deed offers no guarantees of the quality of the title from the current or prior owners. In New Hampshire, this is called a “release deed.”
Recording Details
- Signing Requirements – The grantor must acknowledge their signature before a notary public, justice, or commissioner.[1]
- Where to Record – Register of Deeds[2]
- Recording Fees – $10 for the first page + $4 for each additional page + $25 State LCHIP surcharge (as of this writing).[3]
Formatting Requirements
Users should check the NH Deeds website to check formatting standards for their county. Most counties adhere to the following formatting requirements[4]:
- Margin: At least 3″ on the top right half of the first page; all other margins at least 1″
- Writing: At least 10 point, blue or black ink
- Pages: Single-sided, not attached or bound together in any way
- Paper:
- White
- At least 20-pound weight
- At least 8.5″ x 11″, but not bigger than 8.5″ x 14″