Franklin County Substitute of Trustee for Deed of Trust Form
Last validated August 27, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Franklin County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Alix, Altus, Branch, Cecil, Charleston, Ozark.
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Franklin County Substitution of Trustee for Deed of Trust Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Franklin County Substitution of Trustee Guidelines
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Franklin County Completed Example of the Substitution of Trustee Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Additional Arkansas and Franklin County documents included at no extra charge:
Where to Record Your Documents
Franklin County Circuit Clerk - Ozark Office
Ozark, Arkansas 72949
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm.M-F
Phone: (479) 667-3818
Recording Tips for Franklin County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
- Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
- White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
Cities and Jurisdictions in Franklin County
Properties in any of these areas use Franklin County forms:
- Alix
- Altus
- Branch
- Cecil
- Charleston
- Ozark
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Franklin County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Franklin County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.
Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Franklin County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Franklin County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.
Can I reuse these forms?
Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Franklin County you only need to order once.
What do I need to use these forms?
The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.
Are there any recurring fees?
No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.
How much does it cost to record in Franklin County?
Recording fees in Franklin County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (479) 667-3818 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
There are many reasons why a Substitute Trustee is needed, some include: original trustee is no longer available or can't act, the lender wants to change the trustee, property needs to foreclosed on and a different trustee is required, etc. This form is used by the current beneficiary/lender to appoint a new trustee for a Deed of Trust.
Arkansas Statutes State:
(b)(1) The beneficiary may appoint a successor trustee at any time by filing a substitution of trustee for record with the recorder of the county in which the trust property is situated.
(2) The new trustee shall succeed to all the power, duties, authority, and title of the original trustee and any previous successor trustee.
(3) The beneficiary may, by express provision in the substitution of a trustee, ratify and confirm actions taken on its behalf by the new trustee prior to the recording of the substitution of the trustee. Ark Statute 18-50-102(b)
(c) The substitution shall identify the deed of trust by stating the names of the original parties thereto, the date of recordation, and the book and page where recorded or the recorder's document number. The substitution shall also state the name of the new trustee and shall be executed and duly acknowledged by all the beneficiaries or their successors in interest.
Ark Statute 18-50-102(c) - Qualifications of trustee -- Appointment of successor trustee.
(Arkansas Substitution of Trustee Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example) For use in Arkansas only.
Important: Your property must be located in Franklin County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Substitute of Trustee for Deed of Trust meets all recording requirements specific to Franklin County.
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