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Buchanan County Grant Deed Form

Buchanan County Grant Deed Form

Buchanan County Grant Deed Form

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

Validated 6/16/2025 Preview Form
Buchanan County Grant Deed Guide

Buchanan County Grant Deed Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Validated 7/22/2025 Preview Form
Buchanan County Completed Example of the Grant Deed Document

Buchanan County Completed Example of the Grant Deed Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Validated 6/11/2025 Preview Form

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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:
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
  • Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
  • Have the property address and parcel number ready

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

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 all formatting requirements set forth by Buchanan 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 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.

Have other questions? Contact our support team

A grant deed is a legal document used to transfer, or convey, rights in real property from a grantor (seller) to a grantee (buyer). It contains implied covenants that the grantor has not previously sold the real property interest now being conveyed, and that the property is being conveyed without any undisclosed liens or encumbrances. Grant deeds typically do not require the grantor to defend claims against the title.

A lawful deed includes the grantor's full name and marital status, as well as the grantee's full name, marital status, mailing address, and vesting. Vesting describes how the grantee holds title to the property. For Iowa residential property, the primary methods for holding title in co-ownership are tenancy in common and joint tenancy. A grant of ownership of real estate to two or more unmarried persons is presumed to create a tenancy in common, unless a joint tenancy is specifically created (Iowa Code 557.15). A transfer to a married couple vests as a joint tenancy, unless otherwise stated (Iowa Code 557.15(3)(a)).

As with any conveyance of real estate, a grant deed requires a complete legal description of the parcel. Recite the source of title to establish a clear chain of title, and detail any restrictions associated with the property. Finally, the deed must meet all state and local standards for recorded documents.

Deeds in Iowa must be signed by the grantor. The acknowledgment (notary) of the deed, whether made within the State of Iowa, outside the state, outside the United States, or under federal authority, should comply with the provisions of chapter 9b of the Iowa Statutes. Once acknowledged, file it in the recorder's office for the county where the property is located.

Include all relevant documents, affidavits, forms, and fees with the along with the deed for recording. For example, most deeds require a Real Estate Transfer Groundwater Hazard Statement (Iowa Code Section 558.69). The local recording office can help determine which supplemental documentation, if any, is necessary for the transaction.

This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for the advice of an attorney. Contact an attorney with any questions about grant deeds, or for other issues related to the transfer of real property in Iowa.

(Iowa Grant Deed Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

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

This Grant Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Buchanan County.

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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Buchanan 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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