In general the mortgagee/lender has 60 day in which to record a discharge of mortgage once notified (If a release is not transmitted to the registry of deeds within 60 days, the owner and any such servicer are jointly and severally liable to an aggrieved party for damages equal to exemplary damages of $200 per week after expiration of the 60 days, up to an aggregate maximum of $5,000) This form is used (by the mortgagee or by the mortgagee's duly authorized officer or agent, personal representative or assignee.) (All discharges of recorded mortgages, attachments or liens of any nature must be recorded by a written instrument.) (551. Entry on record; neglect to discharge)

(Maine Discharge Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example) For use in Maine only.

How to Use This Form

Select your county from the list above
Download the county-specific form
Fill in the required information
Have the document notarized if required
Record with your county recorder's office

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Common Uses for Discharge of Mortgage

Release a lien after a debt has been paid in full
Subordinate a second mortgage to allow refinancing
Clear title after paying off a home equity line of credit
Release a property from a deed of trust after loan payoff
Record a satisfaction of mortgage with the county
Release collateral after a commercial loan is paid off
Document the full payoff of a home loan for public record

Compare other Maine deed forms and documents

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Important: County-Specific Forms

Our discharge of mortgage forms are specifically formatted for each county in Maine.

After selecting your county, you'll receive forms that meet all local recording requirements, ensuring your documents will be accepted without delays or rejection fees.

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