Shelby County Affidavit of Corporate Trustee Form
Last validated October 9, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Shelby County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Defiance, Earling, Elk Horn, Harlan, Irwin, Kirkman, Panama, Portsmouth and 1 more.
- 3 documents included
- Immediate PDF download
- Formatting guarantee
Shelby County Affidavit of Corporate Trustee Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.
Shelby County Affidavit of Corporate Trustee Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.
Shelby County Completed Example of the Affidavit of Corporate Trustee Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
All 3 documents above included • One-time purchase • No recurring fees
Immediate Download • Secure Checkout
Additional Iowa and Shelby County documents included at no extra charge:
Where to Record Your Documents
Shelby County Recorder
Harlan, Iowa 51537-0067
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm M-F
Phone: (712) 755-5640
Recording Tips for Shelby County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
- Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
- Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
Cities and Jurisdictions in Shelby County
Properties in any of these areas use Shelby County forms:
- Defiance
- Earling
- Elk Horn
- Harlan
- Irwin
- Kirkman
- Panama
- Portsmouth
- Westphalia
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Shelby County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Shelby 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 Shelby County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Shelby 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 Shelby 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 Shelby County?
Recording fees in Shelby County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (712) 755-5640 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
Under Iowa Code 614.14, the affidavit of corporate trustee is used in conjunction with a trustee's deed executed by a corporate trustee. The affidavit is a sworn statement confirming the title held by the corporate trustee is free and clear of adverse claims. It is recorded and presented to the purchaser along with the trustee's deed.
(Iowa Affidavit of Corporate Trustee Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example) Consult a lawyer with questions about corporate trustee's deeds and affidavits.
Important: Your property must be located in Shelby County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Affidavit of Corporate Trustee meets all recording requirements specific to Shelby County.
Our Promise
The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Shelby 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 Shelby County Affidavit of Corporate Trustee 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 - ( 4,829 Reviews )
Keith H. 5 out of 5 stars
These forms were helpful and comprehensive. Thank you.
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Allen M. 5 out of 5 stars
Fast,quick and easy to work with. Not confusing.
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Stephanie G. 5 out of 5 stars
Wonderful. Easier to fill out this form than I thought it would be.
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Deborah C. 5 out of 5 stars
Good organization and guidance.
Thank you!
Tracey T. 5 out of 5 stars
Lots of great information. Might need to view it again but found it very helpful!
Thank you!
Jennifer L L. 5 out of 5 stars
So far this has been a great experience. Very easy to use the deeds.com website and download the forms. Very nice that they give example forms and guides to help you fill out the forms. I just have to wait to make sure that the forms are accepted and recorded with no issues.
Your insights are invaluable to us and help us strive for better service. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts.
Jacqueline C. 5 out of 5 stars
Easy Access
Thank you!
Ute P. 5 out of 5 stars
Thank you it was hard for me to pull these documents online you been a big help since I am in a different state, quick and awesome.
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Shihei W. 5 out of 5 stars
Loved every step of the process, from the detail explanation of the services/products provided, to the inclusive packet that comes with my purchase of the trust certification form.
Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience!
Adriane L. 5 out of 5 stars
great experience. Great communication and very fast turn around ty Adriane
Your feedback is valuable to us and helps us improve. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
sandra f. 5 out of 5 stars
excellent transaction...very informative prior to purchase..
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Deanie F. 5 out of 5 stars
Very happy with the product and really appreciated being able to get it on line.
Thanks for the kind words Deanie. We appreciate you, glad we could help!
lola d. 5 out of 5 stars
wonderful
Thank you!
Laura B. 5 out of 5 stars
Quick and easy! Took the hassle out of trying to locate information during this quarantine.
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Juston P. 5 out of 5 stars
The service provided was exactly what I needed. The downloadable deed and supporting documents allowed me to move forward with the days project. Everything I needed to file my documents from two states away and at two in the morning! I highly recommend this site. I found it to be the easiest, most expedient and cost effective method to get up to date legal forms for filing land deeds.
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!