Recording DivisionFor recording, indexing and filing any instrument (not more than 14″ x 8.5″):
For examining, certifying and recording plats & condominium exhibits (larger than 14″ x 8.5″):
For recording a Notice of Lis Pendens:
Tax on Documents: Deeds: Documentary stamps must be placed on any deed or other like instrument conveying any interest in real property (land) at the rate of 70¢ per $100.00 (or fraction thereof of the full purchase price.) A 70¢ stamp must be placed on any gift of property or any deed with a property valuation of less than $100.00. Mortgages and written obligations to pay money are taxed at the rate of 35¢ per $100.00 (or fraction thereof.) Agreements & Contracts for Deeds are taxed at the rate of 35¢ per $100.00 (or fraction thereof)on the amount of any payments made and the unpaid balance of the agreement or contract; plus, tax at the rate of 70¢ per $100.00 (or fraction thereof) of the full purchase price. Stamp tax is not due again on the recorded deed made pursuant to the contract. Intangible Personal Property Tax: Mortgage notes (and any promise to pay a sum of money on real estate) are taxed at the rate of two mills on the dollar value of the mortgage/promise to pay. Recording Requirements:
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