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Calhoun County Certificate of Satisfaction Form

Calhoun County Certificate of Satisfaction Form

Calhoun County Certificate of Satisfaction Form

Fill in the blank Certificate of Satisfaction form formatted to comply with all Iowa recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 3/27/2025
Calhoun County Certificate of Satisfaction Guide

Calhoun County Certificate of Satisfaction Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 6/3/2025
Calhoun County Completed Example of the Certificate of Satisfaction Document

Calhoun County Completed Example of the Certificate of Satisfaction Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 7/17/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Calhoun County Recorder
Address:
Courthouse - 416 Fourth St, Suite 3
Rockwell City, Iowa 50579

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F

Phone: (712) 297-8121

Recording Tips for Calhoun County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs

Cities and Jurisdictions in Calhoun County

Properties in any of these areas use Calhoun County forms:

  • Farnhamville
  • Jolley
  • Knierim
  • Lake City
  • Lohrville
  • Lytton
  • Manson
  • Pomeroy
  • Rockwell City
  • Somers

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Calhoun County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Calhoun 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 Calhoun 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 Calhoun County?

Recording fees in Calhoun County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (712) 297-8121 for current fees.

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Acknowledging a Satisfied Lien Claim in Iowa

Lien claimants are required to file a certificate of satisfaction under Iowa law when an underlying lien has been paid off or otherwise fully satisfied and the owner has made written demand for its discharge. The certificate instructs the clerk of records to strike the lien from the record upon a sworn statement by the claimant that the lien should be discharged.

When a mechanic's lien is satisfied by payment of the claim, the claimant must acknowledge the liens satisfaction upon the mechanic's lien book, or otherwise in writing, and, if the claimant neglects to do so for thirty (30) days after demand in writing is personally served upon the claimant, the claimant shall forfeit and pay twenty-five dollars to the owner or contractor, and be liable to any person injured to the extent of the injury. I.C. 572.23(1).

If acknowledgment of satisfaction is not filed within thirty (30) of the demand in writing, the party serving the demand or causing the demand to be served may file for record with the clerk of the district court a copy of the demand with proofs of service attached and endorsed and, in case of service by publication, a personal affidavit that personal service could not be made within the State of Iowa. I.C. 572.23(2).

Upon completion of the requirements for filing the certificate of satisfaction, the record of the lien's discharge will operate as a constructive notice to all parties of the due forfeiture and cancellation of the lien. Id.

This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for the advice from a legal professional. Please contact an Iowa attorney with any questions about discharging a satisfied lien.

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

This Certificate of Satisfaction meets all recording requirements specific to Calhoun County.

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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Calhoun County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.

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