Columbus County Deed of Trust Form (North Carolina)
All Columbus County specific forms and documents listed below are included in your immediate download package:
Deed of Trust Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.
Included Columbus County compliant document last validated/updated 4/21/2025
Deed of Trust Guidelines

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.
Included Columbus County compliant document last validated/updated 3/7/2025
Completed Example of the Deed of Trust Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.
Included Columbus County compliant document last validated/updated 3/31/2025
Promissory Note Form

Note that is secured by the Deed of Trust. Can be used for traditional installments or balloon payment.
Included Columbus County compliant document last validated/updated 5/13/2025
Promissory Note Guidelines

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.
Included Columbus County compliant document last validated/updated 2/20/2025
Completed Example of the Promissory Note Document

This NC Promissory Note is filled in and highlighted, showing how the guideline information, can be interpreted into the document.
Included Columbus County compliant document last validated/updated 1/14/2025
Subordination Agreements

Used to place priority on claim of debt. Included are 4 clauses for unique situations. If needed, add to Deed of Trust as an addendum or rider.
Included Columbus County compliant document last validated/updated 11/8/2024
Annual Accounting Statement

Mail to borrower for fiscal year reporting.
Included Columbus County compliant document last validated/updated 12/17/2024
The following North Carolina and Columbus County supplemental forms are included as a courtesy with your order:
When using these Deed of Trust forms, the subject real estate must be physically located in Columbus County. The executed documents should then be recorded in the following office:
Columbus County Register of Deeds
125 Washington St, Suite B / PO Box 1086, Whiteville, North Carolina 28472
Hours: 8:30 to 5:00 M-F
Phone: (910) 640-6625
Local jurisdictions located in Columbus County include:
- Bolton
- Brunswick
- Cerro Gordo
- Chadbourn
- Clarendon
- Delco
- Evergreen
- Fair Bluff
- Hallsboro
- Lake Waccamaw
- Nakina
- Riegelwood
- Tabor City
- Whiteville
How long does it take to get my forms?
Forms are available immediately after submitting payment.
How do I get my forms, are they emailed?
Immediately after you submit payment, the Columbus County forms you order will be available for download directly from your account. You can then download the forms to your computer. If you do not already have an account, one will be created for you as part of the order process, and your login details will be provided to you. If you encounter any issues accessing your forms, please reach out to our support team for assistance. Forms are NOT emailed to you.
What does "validated/updated" mean?
This indicates the most recent date when at least one of the following occurred:
- Updated: The document was updated or changed to remain compliant.
- Validated: The document was examined by an attorney or staff, or it was successfully recorded in Columbus County using our eRecording service.
Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Columbus County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Columbus County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.
Can the Deed of Trust forms be re-used?
Yes. You can re-use the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have more than one property in Columbus County that you need to transfer you would only need to order our forms once for all of your properties in Columbus County.
What are supplemental forms?
Often when a deed is recorded, additional documents are required by North Carolina or Columbus County. These could be tax related, informational, or even as simple as a coversheet. Supplemental forms are provided for free with your order where available.
What type of files are the forms?
All of our Columbus County Deed of Trust forms are PDFs. You will need to have or get Adobe Reader to use our forms. Adobe Reader is free software that most computers already have installed.
Do I need any special software to use these forms?
You will need to have Adobe Reader installed on your computer to use our forms. Adobe Reader is free software that most computers already have installed.
Do I have to enter all of my property information online?
No. The blank forms are downloaded to your computer and you fill them out there, at your convenience.
Can I save the completed form, email it to someone?
Yes, you can save your deed form at any point with your information in it. The forms can also be emailed, blank or complete, as attachments.
Are there any recurring fees involved?
No. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.
A Deed of Trust is commonly used in North Carolina to secure a loan. Foreclosure can be done non-judicially, saving time and expense. This process is called a Foreclosure by action. The procedure for power of sale foreclosure is contained in Article 2A in Chapter 45 of the North Carolina General Statutes.
There are three parties in this Deed of Trust:
1- The Grantor (Borrower)
2- Beneficiary (Lender) and a
3- Trustee (Neutral Third Party)
Basic Concept. The Trustor (Borrower) conveys property title to a Trustee (Neutral Party). A Trustee or beneficiary/Lender can take an action against any person for damages.
This form can be used by a party selling/financing their own house, rental, condominium or small office building. A Promissory Note and Deed of Trust combined with stringent default terms, can be beneficial to the Lender. The Lender can choose whether the borrower must use the property as their primary residence for the term of the Loan. This can be advantageous for a someone selling a house. Take for example; the borrower moves out and rents the home to someone who diminishes its value or in the case of a small commercial space the Lender wouldn't want the borrower living there because of a financial stress.
The Trustee allows the Grantor/Borrower to collect rents until there is a default. Upon the occurrence of any such event of default, the permission given to Grantor/Borrower to collect such rents, income, maintenance fees and other benefits from the property shall automatically terminate. This can be powerful tool for the Beneficiary/Lender.
The Beneficiary/Lender or Trustee shall have the right and license to go on and into the Subject Real Property to inspect it in order to determine whether the provisions of the Deed of Trust are being kept and performed. This is important because Grantor/Borrower shall take reasonable care of the Subject Real Property and shall maintain them in good repair and condition.
(North Carolina DOT Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
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