Recording Requirements
- The document must be signed by the grantor and acknowledged by a notary public.[1]
- No statewide formatting requirements in statutes; cities/ towns may impose local requirements.[2]
Deeds must be filed at the property’s city or town recording office.[3] The filer must pay $84 for the first page and $1 per additional page.[4]
Special Warranty Deed (Preview)
Additional Forms
Form A (Affidavit Attesting To The True And Complete Purchase Price) – Must be included with all deed filings in the town of New Shoreham.[5] A fee of 3% of the property’s consideration must be paid by the grantee to the Block Island Land Trust.
Real Estate Conveyance Tax Return – Property transfers in Rhode Island are subject to a conveyance tax.[6] This form must be submitted when filing a deed along with the due tax payment.