Pinellas County Gift Deed Form

Pinellas County Gift Deed Form
Fill in the blank Gift Deed form formatted to comply with all Florida recording and content requirements.

Pinellas County Gift Deed Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Gift Deed form.

Pinellas County Completed Example of the Gift Deed Document
Example of a properly completed Florida Gift Deed document for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Recording Services Dept - Clearwater Courthouse
Clearwater, Florida 33756
Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F
Phone: (727) 464-7000
St. Petersburg Branch Office
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701
Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F
Phone: (727) 464-7000
North County Branch Office
Clearwater, Florida 33761
Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F / Document drop-off only
Phone: (727) 464-7000
Clerk's Tyrone Branch Office
St. Petersburg, Florida 33710
Hours: 8:30 - 4:30 M-F / Document drop-off only
Phone: (727) 464-7000
Recording Tips for Pinellas County:
- White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
- Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
- Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
- Some documents require witnesses in addition to notarization
Cities and Jurisdictions in Pinellas County
Properties in any of these areas use Pinellas County forms:
- Bay Pines
- Belleair Beach
- Clearwater
- Clearwater Beach
- Crystal Beach
- Dunedin
- Indian Rocks Beach
- Largo
- Oldsmar
- Ozona
- Palm Harbor
- Pinellas Park
- Safety Harbor
- Saint Petersburg
- Seminole
- Tarpon Springs
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Pinellas County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Pinellas 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 Pinellas County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Pinellas 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 Pinellas 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 Pinellas County?
Recording fees in Pinellas County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (727) 464-7000 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 information, and mailing address. Vesting describes how the grantee holds title to the property. Generally, real property is owned in either sole ownership or co-ownership. For Florida residential property, the primary methods for holding title are tenancy in common, joint tenancy, and tenancy by the entirety. An estate conveyed to two or more people is presumed to be a tenancy in common, unless otherwise specified (Fla. Stat. 689.15).
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.
In Florida, certain counties may require a recording cover sheet and/or a Declaration of Domicile. Contact the appropriate county clerk and recorder to verify additional requirements before recording. All signatures must be original. Record the completed gift deed, along with additional materials, with the county clerk and recorder's office where the subject property is located. Contact the same office to confirm recording fees and 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].
In Florida, there is no state gift tax. Gifts of real property in Florida are, however, 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]. For questions regarding state tax laws, consult a tax specialist.
In accordance with federal law, individuals are permitted an annual exclusion of $15,000 on gifts. This means that gifts valued below $15,000 do not require a federal gift tax return (Form 709). Even so, donors should consider filing one for many gifts of real property [2].
This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for the advice of an attorney. Contact a Florida 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
(Florida Gift Deed Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Pinellas County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Gift Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Pinellas County.
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