Current Lender, holder of the Promissory Note uses this form to cancel a Georgia "Security Deed" (also known as a "Deed to Secure Debt", "Loan Deed" or "Warranty Deed to Secure Debt") when it has been satisfied/paid in full. Record this form with the Clerk of the Superior Court in which the Security Instrument was recorded, the same county that the property lies in. (The clerk shall index and record, in the same manner as the original mortgage instrument is recorded, the canceled and satisfied mortgage instrument or such portion thereof as bears the order of the mortgagee or transferee directing that the mortgage be canceled, together with any order of the mortgagee or transferee directing that the mortgage be canceled. The clerk shall show on the index of the cancellation and on the cancellation document the deed book and page number where the original mortgage instrument is recorded.) (Section 44-14-4)
In general, the Lender has 60 days from satisfaction, to release the Security Deed before he/she becomes liable for damages. See Georgia Code Section 44-14-3

(Georgia Cancellation of Security Deed Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)For use in Georgia Only.

Important: County-Specific Forms

Our cancellation of security deed forms are specifically formatted for each county in Georgia.

After selecting your county, you'll receive forms that meet all local recording requirements, ensuring your documents will be accepted without delays or rejection fees.

How to Use This Form

Select your county from the list above
Download the county-specific form
Fill in the required information
Have the document notarized if required
Record with your county recorder's office

Common Uses for Cancellation of Security Deed

Transfer property between family members
Add or remove names from property titles
Transfer property into or out of trusts
Correct errors in previously recorded deeds
Gift property to others

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