Champaign County Gift Deed Form

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

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

Champaign County Completed Example of the Gift Deed Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Additional Illinois and Champaign County documents included at no extra charge:
Where to Record Your Documents
Recorder of Deeds - Brookens Administrative Center
Address:
1776 East Washington St
Urbana, Illinois 61802
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm M-F
Phone: (217) 384-3774
Recording Tips for Champaign County:
- Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
- Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
- Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
Cities and Jurisdictions in Champaign County
Properties in any of these areas use Champaign County forms:
- Bondville
- Broadlands
- Champaign
- Dewey
- Fisher
- Foosland
- Gifford
- Homer
- Ivesdale
- Longview
- Ludlow
- Mahomet
- Ogden
- Penfield
- Pesotum
- Philo
- Rantoul
- Royal
- Sadorus
- Saint Joseph
- Savoy
- Seymour
- Sidney
- Thomasboro
- Tolono
- Urbana
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Champaign 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 Champaign County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Champaign 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 Champaign 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 Champaign County?
Recording fees in Champaign County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (217) 384-3774 for current fees.
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Gifts of Real Property in Illinois
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 Illinois 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 unmarried persons is considered a tenancy in common, unless otherwise specified (765 ILCS 1005/1). A conveyance to a married couple vests as tenancy by entirety unless otherwise specified (765 ILCS 1005/1c).
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. In Illinois, if the signer is not personally known to the notarial officer, a witness must acknowledge and sign the deed (765 ILCS 5/24). All signatures must be original.
In Illinois, most conveyances of real property are subject to a Real Estate Transfer Tax and require a Real Estate Transfer Declaration (Form PTAX-203). However, because a gift deed transfers real property from one party to another with no exchange of valuable consideration, this type of conveyance is exempt from the tax and does not require a declaration (35 ILCS 200/31-45e). Record the completed gift deed with the 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 Illinois, there is no state gift tax. Gifts of real property in Illinois 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 and federal 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 an Illinois 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
(Illinois Gift Deed Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Champaign County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Gift Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Champaign County.
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