Buchanan County Affidavit of Individual Trustee Form

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Buchanan County Affidavit of Individual Trustee Form

Buchanan County Affidavit of Individual Trustee Form

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Buchanan County Affidavit of Individual Trustee Guide

Buchanan County Affidavit of Individual Trustee Guide

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Buchanan County Completed Example of the Affidavit of Individual Trustee Document

Buchanan County Completed Example of the Affidavit of Individual Trustee Document

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Buchanan County Recorder

Address:
Courthouse - 210 Fifth Ave NE, 1st floor / PO Box 298
Independence , Iowa 50644

Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm M-F

Phone: (319) 334-4259

Recording Tips for Buchanan County:
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
  • Ask about accepted payment methods when you call ahead

Cities and Jurisdictions in Buchanan County

Properties in any of these areas use Buchanan County forms:

  • Aurora
  • Brandon
  • Fairbank
  • Hazleton
  • Independence
  • Jesup
  • Lamont
  • Quasqueton
  • Rowley
  • Stanley
  • Winthrop

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Buchanan County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Buchanan 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 Buchanan 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 Buchanan County?

Recording fees in Buchanan County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (319) 334-4259 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

Under Iowa Code 614.14, the affidavit of individual trustee is used in conjunction with a trustee's deed executed by an individual trustee. The affidavit is a sworn statement confirming the title held by the trustee is free and clear of adverse claims. It is recorded and presented to the purchaser for recording along with the trustee's deed.

(Iowa Affidavit of Individual Trustee Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example) Consult a lawyer with questions about trustee's deeds and affidavits.

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

This Affidavit of Individual Trustee meets all recording requirements specific to Buchanan County.

Our Promise

The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Buchanan 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.

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