Cerro Gordo County Quitclaim Deed Form

Cerro Gordo County Quitclaim Deed Form
Fill in the blank Quitclaim Deed form formatted to comply with all Iowa recording and content requirements.

Cerro Gordo County Quitclaim Deed Guide
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Cerro Gordo County Completed Example of the Quitclaim Deed Document
Example of a properly completed Iowa Quitclaim Deed document for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Cerro Gordo County Recorder
Mason City, Iowa 50401
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday
Phone: (641) 421-3056
Recording Tips for Cerro Gordo County:
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
- Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
- Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
Cities and Jurisdictions in Cerro Gordo County
Properties in any of these areas use Cerro Gordo County forms:
- Clear Lake
- Dougherty
- Mason City
- Meservey
- Plymouth
- Rock Falls
- Rockwell
- Swaledale
- Thornton
- Ventura
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Cerro Gordo County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Cerro Gordo 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 Cerro Gordo County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Cerro Gordo 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 Cerro Gordo 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 Cerro Gordo County?
Recording fees in Cerro Gordo County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (641) 421-3056 for current fees.
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Iowa Code 558.19 provides the statutory form of a quitclaim deed. The minimum statutory contents are the names and addresses of all grantors and grantees, the consideration (usually money), and a complete legal description of the property. 561.13 adds the requirement for both spouses' signatures when conveying a property identified as a homestead, regardless of whether or not both have an ownership interest in the land. The grantor must sign the deed and all signatures must have the signor's name typed or printed underneath, and be acknowledged by a notary or other court-authorized individual. 331.606B lists the information that must be on the first page of every document submitted for recording. These include the name, address, and telephone number of the individual who prepared the quit claim deed, the name and address of the person to whom future tax statements should be mailed, a return address for use after recording, the title of the instrument (in this case, "Quitclaim Deed"), tax parcel ID, and a document number or book/page information for the conveyance that transferred the land to the grantor.
Recording:
Iowa Code 331.606B lists the statutory document formatting standards.
* The pages should not be permanently bound or connected to each other. Do not clip or attach anything to pages.
* Use minimum 10-point text in permanent black ink for all printing.
* Print all documents on minimum 20-pound weight, plain, white paper.
* All signatures should be original, and in permanent dark blue or black ink.
* Format the first page with a three-inch top margin, with " margins on the left, right, and bottom. All other pages should have " margins all around.
Iowa follows a "notice" recording statute, which is defined in Iowa Code 558.41. The statute states, in part, that an "instrument affecting real estate is of no validity against subsequent purchasers for a valuable consideration, without notice . . . , unless the instrument is filed and recorded in the county in which the real estate is located." 558.11 identifies the index of deeds, in which correctly recorded conveyances are listed, and which serves as formal constructive notice. So, a "notice" recording statute basically invalidates unrecorded deeds. For example, the grantor quit claims his/her interest in the property to grantee A for value, who fails to record the deed, and the grantor then quit claims the same property to grantee B for value, who records as directed by the statute. In most cases, grantee B retains ownership of the real estate. In short, recording the quit claim deed as soon as possible after it's executed is a simple and effective way to preserve everyone's interests.
(Iowa Quitclaim Deed Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Cerro Gordo County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Quitclaim Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Cerro Gordo County.
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March 11th, 2022
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March 31st, 2022
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July 19th, 2020
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