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Middlesex County Gift Deed Form

Middlesex County Gift Deed Form

Middlesex County Gift Deed Form

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Middlesex County Gift Deed Guide

Middlesex County Gift Deed Guide

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Middlesex County Completed Example of the Gift Deed Document

Middlesex County Completed Example of the Gift Deed Document

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Important: Your property must be located in Middlesex County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Chester Town Clerk

Address:
203 Middlesex Ave
Chester, Connecticut 06412

Hours: Mon, Wed, Thu 9:00 to 12:00, 1:00 to 4:00; Tue until 7:00; Fri 9:00 to 12:00

Phone: (860) 526-0013 Ext 511

Clinton Town Clerk

Address:
54 E Main St
Clinton, Connecticut 06413

Hours: Mon-Wed 9:00 to 4:00; Thu 9:00 to 7:00; Fri 9:00 to 12:00

Phone: (860) 669-9101

Cromwell Town Clerk

Address:
41 West St
Cromwell, Connecticut 06416

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 to 4:00

Phone: (860) 632-3400

Deep River Town Clerk

Address:
174 Main St
Deep River, Connecticut 06417

Hours: Mon-Wed 9:00 to 4:00; Thu 9:00 to 6:30; Fri 9:00 to 12:00

Phone: (860) 526-6024

Durham Town Clerk

Address:
30 Town House Rd
Durham, Connecticut 06422

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 to 4:30;Tue until 7:00 (exc July & Aug)

Phone: (860) 349-3453

East Haddam Town Clerk

Address:
7 Main St / PO Box K
East Haddam, Connecticut 06423

Hours: Mon, Wed, Thu 9:00 to 4:00; Tue 9:00 to 7:00; Fri 9:00 to 12:00

Phone: (860) 873-5027

East Hampton Town Clerk

Address:
Town Hall - 20 East High St
East Hampton, Connecticut 06424

Hours: Mon, Wed, Thu 8:00 to 4:00; Tue 8:00 to 6:30; Friday 8:00 to 12:30

Phone: (860) 267-2519 Ext 310, 311

Essex Town Clerk

Address:
Town Hall - 29 West Ave
Essex, Connecticut 06426

Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 to 4:00 / Recording until 3:30

Phone: (860) 767-4340 Ext 128, 129

Haddam Town Clerk

Address:
30 Field Park Dr
Haddam, Connecticut 06438

Hours: Mon-Wed 8:00 to 4:00; Thu 8:30 to 6:30; Fri 8:00 to 12:00

Phone: (860) 345-8531 Ext 211, 212

Killingworth Town Clerk

Address:
323 Route 81
Killingworth, Connecticut 06419

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 to 12:00 & 1:00 to 4:00 and by appt

Phone: (860) 663-1765 Ext 502

Middlefield Town Clerk

Address:
393 Jackson Hill Rd / PO Box 179
Middlefield, Connecticut 06455

Hours: Mon 9:00 to 5:00; Tue-Thu 9:00 to 4:00; Fri 9:00 to 12:00

Phone: (860) 349-7116

Middletown Town Clerk

Address:
245 deKoven Dr
Middletown, Connecticut 06457

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 to 4:30

Phone: (860) 638-4910

Old Saybrook Town Clerk

Address:
302 Main St
Old Saybrook, Connecticut 06475

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 to 4:30

Phone: (860) 395-3135

Portland Town Clerk

Address:
33 E Main St
Portland, Connecticut 06480

Hours: Mon, Wed, Thu 8:30 to 4:30; Tue 8:30 to 7:00; Fri 8:00 to 12:00

Phone: (860) 342-6742 & 6743

Westbrook Town Clerk

Address:
866 Boston Post Rd
Westbrook, Connecticut 06498

Hours: Mon-Wed 9:00 to 4:00; Thu 9:00 to 7:00; Fri 9:00 to 12:00

Phone: (860) 399-3044

Recording Tips for Middlesex County:
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions

Cities and Jurisdictions in Middlesex County

Properties in any of these areas use Middlesex County forms:

  • Centerbrook
  • Chester
  • Clinton
  • Cobalt
  • Cromwell
  • Deep River
  • Durham
  • East Haddam
  • East Hampton
  • Essex
  • Haddam
  • Higganum
  • Ivoryton
  • Killingworth
  • Middle Haddam
  • Middlefield
  • Middletown
  • Moodus
  • Old Saybrook
  • Portland
  • Rockfall
  • Westbrook

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Middlesex 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 Middlesex County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Middlesex County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Middlesex 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. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). 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 Middlesex County?

Recording fees in Middlesex County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (860) 526-0013 Ext 511 for current fees.

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Gift deeds convey title to real property from one party to another with no exchange of consideration, monetary or otherwise. Often used to transfer property between family members or to gift property as a charitable act or donation, these conveyances occur during the grantor's lifetime. Gift deeds must contain language that explicitly states that no consideration is expected or required. Ambiguous language, or references to any type of consideration, can make the gift deed contestable in court.

A lawful gift deed includes the grantor's full name and marital status, as well as the grantee's full name, marital status, vesting, and mailing address. Vesting describes how the grantee holds title to the property. Generally, real property is owned in either sole ownership or in co-ownership. For Connecticut residential property, the primary methods for holding title in co-ownership are tenancy in common and joint tenancy. An estate conveyed to two or more people is presumed a tenancy in common, unless a joint tenancy is clearly specified (Conn. Gen. Stat. 47-14(a)). The primary characteristic of joint tenancy is the right of survivorship. In Connecticut, when joint tenancy is declared, the right of survivorship is presumed ( 47-14(a)).

As with any conveyance of realty, a gift deed requires a complete legal description of the parcel. Recite the source of title to maintain a clear chain of title, and detail any restrictions associated with the property. Each grantor must sign the deed in the presence of a notary public for a valid transfer. Transfers in Connecticut require two witness signatures, one of which may be the notary official ( 47-5(a)(4)). All signatures must be original.

All conveyances of real property require a Real Estate Conveyance Tax Return (OP-236) in Connecticut, completed by the grantor. For property located in more than one municipality, Conn. Gen. Stat. 12-500 requires a completed Real Estate Conveyance Tax Allocation Worksheet. Record the completed deed, along with any additional materials, in the appropriate town clerk's office. Contact the same office to verify accepted forms of payment.

With gifts of real property, the recipient of the gift (grantee or donee) is not required to declare the amount of the gift as income, but if the property accrues income after the transaction, the grantee is responsible for paying the requisite state and federal income tax [1].

Gifts of real property in Connecticut are subject to the federal gift tax. The person or entity making the gift (grantor or donor) is responsible for paying the federal gift tax; however, if the donor does not pay the gift tax, the donee (grantee) will be held liable [1]. In accordance with federal law, individuals are permitted an annual exclusion of $15,000 on gifts. This means that if a gift is valued below $15,000, a federal gift tax return (Form 709) does not need to be filed. However, if the gift is something that could possibly be disputed by the IRS -- such as real property -- a donor may benefit from filing a Form 709 [2].

If a federal gift tax return is required, a state gift tax return (Form CT-709) is also required for Connecticut residents, as well as non-residents when the subject property is situated in Connecticut [3]. For questions regarding state taxation laws, consult a tax specialist.

This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for the advice of an attorney. Contact a Connecticut lawyer with any questions about gift deeds or other issues related to the transfer of real property.

[1] http://msuextension.org/publications/FamilyFinancialManagement/MT199105HR.pdf

[2] https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/frequently-asked-questions-on-gift-taxes

[3] http://www.ct.gov/drs/cwp/view.asp?A=1508&Q=266846

Important: Your property must be located in Middlesex County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

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