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Montgomery County Gift Deed Form

Montgomery County Gift Deed Form

Montgomery County Gift Deed Form

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

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Montgomery County Gift Deed Guide

Montgomery County Gift Deed Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

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Montgomery County Completed Example of the Gift Deed Document

Montgomery County Completed Example of the Gift Deed Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Montgomery County Clerk - County Office Building
Address:
64 Broadway / PO Box 1500
Fonda, New York 12068-1500

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 3:30 pm / Summer: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

Phone: (518) 853-8111

Recording Tips for Montgomery County:
  • Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these

Cities and Jurisdictions in Montgomery County

Properties in any of these areas use Montgomery County forms:

  • Amsterdam
  • Auriesville
  • Canajoharie
  • Esperance
  • Fonda
  • Fort Hunter
  • Fort Johnson
  • Fort Plain
  • Fultonville
  • Hagaman
  • Nelliston
  • Palatine Bridge
  • Saint Johnsville
  • Sprakers
  • Tribes Hill

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Montgomery County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Montgomery 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 Montgomery 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 Montgomery County?

Recording fees in Montgomery County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (518) 853-8111 for current fees.

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Gifting Real Estate in New York

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 includes the grantor's full name and marital status, as well as the grantee's full name, marital status, mailing address (not a post office box), and vesting. Vesting describes how the grantee holds title to the property. For New York 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 in the conveyance. In the case of married persons, a tenancy by entirety is presumed (E.P.T. Law 6-2.1, 6-2.2).

As with any conveyance of real estate, a gift 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. File the completed deed in the land records at the local recording office. Most counties require a recording cover page to accompany all documents submitted for recording, available on the local county clerk's website.

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 New York 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 New York, there is no state gift tax. For questions regarding state taxation laws, 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

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

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

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