Worcester County Gift Deed Form

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Worcester County Gift Deed Form

Worcester County Gift Deed Form

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Worcester County Gift Deed Guide

Worcester County Gift Deed Guide

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Worcester County Completed Example of the Gift Deed Document

Worcester County Completed Example of the Gift Deed Document

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Worcester District Registry of Deeds

Address:
90 Front St
Worcester, Massachusetts 01608

Hours: 9:00am to 4:00 pm M-F

Phone: (508) 798-7717

Worcester Northern District Registry of Deeds

Address:
Putnam Place - 166 Boulder Dr, Suite 202
Fitchburg, Massachusetts 01420

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F / Recording until 4:00

Phone: (978) 342-2132

Recording Tips for Worcester County:
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible

Cities and Jurisdictions in Worcester County

Properties in any of these areas use Worcester County forms:

  • Ashburnham
  • Athol
  • Auburn
  • Baldwinville
  • Barre
  • Berlin
  • Blackstone
  • Bolton
  • Boylston
  • Brookfield
  • Charlton
  • Charlton City
  • Charlton Depot
  • Cherry Valley
  • Clinton
  • Douglas
  • Dudley
  • East Brookfield
  • East Princeton
  • East Templeton
  • Fayville
  • Fiskdale
  • Fitchburg
  • Gardner
  • Gilbertville
  • Grafton
  • Hardwick
  • Harvard
  • Holden
  • Hopedale
  • Hubbardston
  • Jefferson
  • Lancaster
  • Leicester
  • Leominster
  • Linwood
  • Lunenburg
  • Manchaug
  • Mendon
  • Milford
  • Millbury
  • Millville
  • New Braintree
  • North Brookfield
  • North Grafton
  • North Oxford
  • North Uxbridge
  • Northborough
  • Northbridge
  • Oakham
  • Oxford
  • Paxton
  • Petersham
  • Princeton
  • Rochdale
  • Royalston
  • Rutland
  • Shrewsbury
  • South Barre
  • South Grafton
  • South Lancaster
  • Southborough
  • Southbridge
  • Spencer
  • Sterling
  • Still River
  • Sturbridge
  • Sutton
  • Templeton
  • Upton
  • Uxbridge
  • Warren
  • Webster
  • West Boylston
  • West Brookfield
  • West Millbury
  • West Warren
  • Westborough
  • Westminster
  • Wheelwright
  • Whitinsville
  • Winchendon
  • Winchendon Springs
  • Worcester

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Worcester County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Worcester County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (508) 798-7717 for current fees.

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Gifts of Real Property in Massachusetts

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 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 Massachusetts 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 persons, regardless of marital status, is presumed to create a tenancy in common, unless the deed expressly states otherwise (G.L.c. 184, 7).

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. For questions regarding appropriate forms, contact the local Registry of Deed's Office.

Record the completed deed at the local County Registry of Deed's office. Some counties (Berkshire, Bristol, Essex, Middlesex, Worcester) are split into two or more recording districts, so make sure to record the deed in the correct location. If the deed pertains to registered land, submit the deed, along with required supporting documentation, for recording with the Registry District of the Land Court. Contact the local recording office with questions.

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 Massachusetts are subject to this federal gift 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].

In Massachusetts, there is no state gift tax. For questions regarding gift taxes, consult a tax specialist.

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 taxation 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

(Massachusetts GD Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

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

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

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Worcester County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

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