Menard County Release of Mortgage Form

Last validated August 31, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Menard County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Athens, Greenview, Lincolns New Salem, Oakford, Petersburg, Tallula.

$3997
One-time purchase. No subscription.
  • 3 documents included
  • Immediate PDF download
  • Formatting guarantee

Menard County Release of Mortgage Form

Menard County Release of Mortgage Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Document last validated 8/5/2026
Menard County Guidelines Release of Mortgage

Menard County Guidelines Release of Mortgage

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document last validated 8/31/2026
Menard County Completed Example of the Release of Mortgage Document

Menard County Completed Example of the Release of Mortgage Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document last validated 7/8/2026

All 3 documents above included • One-time purchase • No recurring fees

Immediate Download • Secure Checkout

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

Where to Record Your Documents

County Clerk/Recorder

Address:
Courthouse - 102 S 7th St / PO Box 465
Petersburg, Illinois 62675

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday

Phone: (217) 632-3201

Recording Tips for Menard County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count

Cities and Jurisdictions in Menard County

Properties in any of these areas use Menard County forms:

  • Athens
  • Greenview
  • Lincolns New Salem
  • Oakford
  • Petersburg
  • Tallula

View Complete Recorder Office Guide

Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Menard County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Menard County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Menard 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. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. 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 Menard County?

Recording fees in Menard County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (217) 632-3201 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

This form may be used by the current mortgage holder or representative to release a mortgage that is paid in full.

To avoid penalty the (mortgagee)/lender, (his or her executor or administrator, heirs and assigns), generally has (30 days) to file the release (after the payment of the debt secured by such mortgage) (765 ILCS 905/4)

(765 ILCS 905/3) (from Ch. 95, par. 53)
Sec. 3. An instrument in writing which releases a mortgage or trust deed of real property may be acknowledged or proved in the same manner as deeds for the conveyance of land.
(Source: Laws 1961, 1st Spec.Sess., p. 42.)

If the release is delivered to the mortgagor or grantor, it must have imprinted on its face in bold letters at least 1/4 inch in height the following: "FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE OWNER, THIS RELEASE SHALL BE FILED WITH THE RECORDER OR THE REGISTRAR OF TITLES IN WHOSE OFFICE THE MORTGAGE OR DEED OF TRUST WAS FILED".
(765 ILCS 905/2)

(Illinois Release of Mortgage Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

Important: Your property must be located in Menard County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

This Release of Mortgage meets all recording requirements specific to Menard County.

Our Promise

The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Menard County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

Save Time and Money

Get your Menard County Release of Mortgage form done right the first time with Deeds.com Uniform Conveyancing Blanks. At Deeds.com, we understand that your time and money are valuable resources, and we don't want you to face a penalty fee or rejection imposed by a county recorder for submitting nonstandard documents. We constantly review and update our forms to meet rapidly changing state and county recording requirements for roughly 3,500 counties and local jurisdictions.

4.8 out of 5 - ( 4,798 Reviews )

Stephanie F. 5 out of 5 stars

Thorough, efficient, couldn't ask for better support. I refer everyone I know in real estate to use Deeds.com

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your positive words! We’re thrilled to hear about your experience.

Robert R. 5 out of 5 stars

Big savings and easy to use. Thanks so much.

Reply from Staff

We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!

Donald H. 5 out of 5 stars

EXCELLENT,,super good. Quick & easy

Reply from Staff

Thank you!

George R. 5 out of 5 stars

Your website worked but I am waiting for answers for two questions.

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

HELEN F. 5 out of 5 stars

Was straight to the point... Easy to read instructions... smooth process

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

Paula B. 4 out of 5 stars

I'm transferring a property into a trust and ordered the QuitClaim Deed. Everything was pretty straight forward and user friendly. However, the Additional Information/Instructions for the Preliminary Change of Ownership Report skips from Section "I" to "M" and does not address "K". It would have been very helpful to have an explanation of the difference between the three options in that section. Thank you.

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

Robert B. 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service. Very efficient. Electronic filing was far faster and less stress than doing it in person.

Reply from Staff

We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!

Susie k. 5 out of 5 stars

No complaints

Reply from Staff

Thank you!

Annie R. 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service. Documents easy to understand and use.

Reply from Staff

We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!

Charles E. M. 5 out of 5 stars

5 stars...thanks for your fast and professional assistance. Charles

Reply from Staff

Thank you!

Linda Munguia N. 5 out of 5 stars

Easy process. Appreciated the detailed instructions for filing.

Reply from Staff

Thank you!

Kimberly G. 3 out of 5 stars

It would be helpful if there were a specific example of putting a deed into a trust. Also, the limitation of characters on the description of the property was not enough.

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

Frank H. 4 out of 5 stars

Form and instructions were useful. But I suggest creating a form for transferring a deed pursuant to a trust. The existing form is based on a will going through probate so it doesn't fit the trust situation in some respects.

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

Jaime H. 5 out of 5 stars

quick and easy

Reply from Staff

Thank you!

Cherif T. 5 out of 5 stars

I wish every state offered such an easy and economical download of these forms. You were reasonable in price, I received one of every form you offered along with instructions, and it made my day so easy. Why pay a lawyer a fortune for these simple (almost) everyday forms when you can do it all for less than $20. Thank you for being reasonable, well organized, and available for common use! Cherif T.

Reply from Staff

Thank you!