Dupage County Contract for Deed Form

Dupage County Contract for Deed Form
Fill in the blank Contract for Deed form formatted to comply with all Illinois recording and content requirements.

Dupage County Contract for Deed Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Contract for Deed form.

Dupage County Completed Example of the Contract for Deed Document
Example of a properly completed Illinois Contract for Deed document for reference.

Dupage County Real Property Disclosure Form
An executed installment sales contract shall include a statement acknowledging that the seller provided the buyer with the installment sales contract disclosure

Dupage County Lead Based Paint Disclosure Form
A Contract for Deed is subject to the Lead Poisoning Prevention Act

Dupage County 3-day Cancellation Notice Form
Illinois State law requires a 3-day cooling-off period for installment sales contracts
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Where to Record Your Documents
DuPage County Recorder - Jack T. Knuepfer Admin. Bldg.
Wheaton, Illinois 60187
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm M-F
Phone: (630) 407-5400
Recording Tips for Dupage County:
- Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
- White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
- Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
- Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
- Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
Cities and Jurisdictions in Dupage County
Properties in any of these areas use Dupage County forms:
- Addison
- Aurora
- Bartlett
- Bensenville
- Bloomingdale
- Carol Stream
- Clarendon Hills
- Darien
- Downers Grove
- Elmhurst
- Eola
- Fox Valley
- Glen Ellyn
- Glendale Heights
- Hinsdale
- Itasca
- Lisle
- Lombard
- Medinah
- Naperville
- Oak Brook
- Roselle
- Villa Park
- Warrenville
- Wayne
- West Chicago
- Westmont
- Wheaton
- Willowbrook
- Winfield
- Wood Dale
- Woodridge
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Dupage County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Dupage 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 Dupage County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Dupage 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 Dupage 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 Dupage County?
Recording fees in Dupage County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (630) 407-5400 for current fees.
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In Illinois, ("Installment sales contract" or "contract" means any contract or agreement, including a contract for deed, bond for deed, or any other sale or legal device whereby a seller agrees to sell and the buyer agrees to buy a residential real estate, in which the consideration for the sale is payable in installments for a period of at least one year after the date of sale, and the seller continues to have an interest or security for the purchase price or otherwise in the property.) ((765 ILCS 67/5) Sec. 5. Definitions)
Key requirements and considerations for a Contract for Deed in Illinois:
1. Written Agreement: The contract must be in writing and signed by both parties. It should include all the terms of the sale, such as the purchase price, payment schedule, interest rate, and responsibilities for taxes and maintenance.
2. Disclosure Requirements: The seller is required to provide certain disclosures to the buyer, including:
o Property Condition: Any known material defects in the property.
o Installment Payment Terms: Detailed terms of the installment payments, including interest rates and payment schedules.
3. Recording the Contract: The buyer should ensure the contract is recorded with the county recorder’s office to protect their interest in the property. This helps in providing notice to third parties and securing the buyer’s interest.
4. Equitable Title: While the seller retains legal title, the buyer receives equitable title, giving them the right to occupy and use the property.
5. Default and Forfeiture: The contract should outline what constitutes a default and the consequences, which may include forfeiture of the property. Illinois law provides some protections for buyers, such as requirements for notice and an opportunity to cure the default before forfeiture.
6. Interest and Fees: (The interest rate being charged, if any, expressed only as an annual percentage rate.) (765 ILCS 67/10) (5))
7. Compliance with Local Laws: Ensure the contract complies with all relevant local, state, and federal laws, including consumer protection laws.
8. Legal Description of Property: The contract should include a legal description of the property being sold.
9. Transfer of Title: The contract should specify that the seller will transfer the legal title to the buyer once all payments have been made and the terms of the contract are fulfilled.
10. Insurance and Taxes: The contract should specify who is responsible for paying property taxes and maintaining insurance on the property during the installment period.
11. Right to Prepay: (Prepayment penalties prohibited. The seller may not charge or collect a prepayment penalty or any similar fee or finance charge if the buyer elects to pay the outstanding principal balance of the purchase price under the contract before the scheduled payment date under the contract.) (765 ILCS 67/60)Sec. 60.)
12. (An amortization schedule, as defined in Section 5.) (765 ILCS 67/10)(23.)
[As used in this Act, unless the context otherwise requires:
"Amortization schedule" means a written schedule which sets forth the date of each periodic payment, the amount of each periodic payment that will be applied to the principal balance and the resulting principal balance, and the amount of each periodic payment that will be applied to any interest charged, if applicable, pursuant to the contract.] [765 ILCS 67/5] Sec. 5. Definitions]
13. A versatile Contract that can be used for installment payment and/or with ballon payment option. Use for residential, condominiums and rental properties. Residential property has additional requirements, a 3 day notice of Right to Cancel, RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY DISCLOSURE REPORT, residential homes built before 1978 require a Disclosure of Information and Acknowledgement-Lead-Based Paint and/or Lead-Based Paint Hazards. Included for your convenience.
Important: Your property must be located in Dupage County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Contract for Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Dupage County.
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