Baltimore County Gift Deed Form

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Baltimore County Gift Deed Form

Baltimore County Gift Deed Form

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Baltimore County Gift Deed Guide

Baltimore County Gift Deed Guide

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Baltimore County Completed Example of the Gift Deed Document

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Baltimore County Clerk of the Court

Address:
County Courts' Building - 401 Bosley Ave
Towson, Maryland 21204

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

Phone: 410-887-3088

Recording Tips for Baltimore County:
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
  • Consider using eRecording to avoid trips to the office

Cities and Jurisdictions in Baltimore County

Properties in any of these areas use Baltimore County forms:

  • Baldwin
  • Baltimore
  • Boring
  • Brooklandville
  • Butler
  • Catonsville
  • Chase
  • Cockeysville
  • Dundalk
  • Essex
  • Fork
  • Fort Howard
  • Freeland
  • Glen Arm
  • Glyndon
  • Gwynn Oak
  • Halethorpe
  • Hunt Valley
  • Hydes
  • Kingsville
  • Long Green
  • Lutherville Timonium
  • Maryland Line
  • Middle River
  • Monkton
  • Nottingham
  • Owings Mills
  • Parkton
  • Parkville
  • Perry Hall
  • Phoenix
  • Pikesville
  • Randallstown
  • Reisterstown
  • Riderwood
  • Rosedale
  • Sparks Glencoe
  • Sparrows Point
  • Stevenson
  • Towson
  • Upper Falls
  • Upperco
  • White Marsh
  • Windsor Mill

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How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Baltimore County vary. Contact the recorder's office at 410-887-3088 for current fees.

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Gifts of Real Property in Maryland

A gift deed, or deed of gift, is a legal document voluntarily transferring title to real property from one party (the grantor or donor) to another (the grantee or donee). A gift deed typically transfers real property between family or close friends. Gift deeds are also used to donate to a non-profit organization or charity. The deed serves as proof that the transfer is indeed a gift and given without consideration (any conditions or form of compensation).

Valid deeds must meet the following requirements: The grantor must intend to make a present gift of the property, the grantor must deliver the property to the grantee, and the grantee must accept the gift. Gift deeds must contain language that explicitly states no consideration is expected or required, because any ambiguity or reference to consideration can make the deed contestable in court. A promise to transfer ownership in the future is not a gift, and any deed that does not immediately transfer the interest in the property, or meet any of the aforementioned requirements, can be revoked [1].

A lawful gift deed must also include 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 Maryland residential property, the primary methods for holding title are tenancy in common, joint tenancy, and tenancy by entirety. A grant of ownership of real estate to two or more unmarried persons is presumed to create a tenancy in common, unless expressly stated otherwise (Md. Code, Real Prop. 2-117). In the case of a married couple, a tenancy by entirety is automatically created (4-108).

As with any conveyance of real estate, a gift deed requires a complete legal description of the parcel. Include all relevant documents, affidavits, forms, and fees with the along with the deed for recording as well. A State of Maryland Land Instrument Intake Sheet is required with every land instrument submitted for recording (Md. Code, Real Prop. 3--104(a)(1)(ii)). Before filing the deed, consult an attorney or the local recording office lawyer to ensure all state, county, municipal, and situation-specific requirements are being met. Record the completed deed at the local County Circuit Court Clerk's Office.

The IRS levies a Federal Gift Tax on any transfer of property from one individual to another with no consideration, or consideration that is less than the full market value. Gifts of real property in Maryland are subject to this federal gift tax, but there is no corresponding state tax. In accordance with federal law, individuals are permitted an annual exclusion of $15,000 on gifts. This means that gifts valued below $15,000 do not require a federal gift tax return (Form 709). Even so, grantors should consider filing one for many gifts of real property [2]. The grantor is responsible for paying the federal gift tax; however, if the grantor does not pay the gift tax, the grantee will be held liable [1].

With gifts of real property, the recipient of the gift (grantee) is not required to declare the amount of the gift as income, but if the property accrues income after the transaction, the recipient is responsible for paying the requisite state and federal income taxes [3].

This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for the advice of an attorney. Contact a lawyer with any questions about gift deeds or other issues related to the transfer of real property. For questions regarding federal and state tax laws, consult a tax specialist.

[1] https://nationalparalegal.edu/public_documents/courseware_asp_files/realProperty/PersonalProperty/InterVivosGifts.asp
[2] http://msuextension.org/publications/FamilyFinancialManagement/MT199105HR.pdf
[3] https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/frequently-asked-questions-on-gift-taxes

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

This Gift Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Baltimore County.

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