North Carolina Forms

Durham County Deed of Trust Form

Durham County Deed of Trust Form

Durham County Deed of Trust Form

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

Document Last Validated 7/1/2025
Durham County Deed of Trust Guidelines

Durham County Deed of Trust Guidelines

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 6/30/2025
Durham County Completed Example of the Deed of Trust Document

Durham County Completed Example of the Deed of Trust Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 6/10/2025
Durham County Promissory Note Form

Durham County Promissory Note Form

Note that is secured by the Deed of Trust. Can be used for traditional installments or balloon payment.

Document Last Validated 7/16/2025
Durham County Promissory Note Guidelines

Durham County Promissory Note Guidelines

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 6/5/2025
Durham County Completed Example of the Promissory Note Document

Durham County 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.

Document Last Validated 1/14/2025
Durham County Subordination Agreements

Durham County 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.

Document Last Validated 8/11/2025
Durham County Annual Accounting Statement

Durham County Annual Accounting Statement

Mail to borrower for fiscal year reporting.

Document Last Validated 12/17/2024

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Durham County Register of Deeds
Address:
Old Courthouse - 200 E Main St, ground floor
Durham, North Carolina 27701

Hours: 8:30 to 5:00 M-F / Recording until 4:45

Phone: (919) 560-0480

Recording Tips for Durham County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired

Cities and Jurisdictions in Durham County

Properties in any of these areas use Durham County forms:

  • Bahama
  • Durham
  • Research Triangle Park
  • Rougemont

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Durham County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Durham County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (919) 560-0480 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

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)

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

This Deed of Trust meets all recording requirements specific to Durham County.

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July 27th, 2023

One thing I suggest is use the nomenclature Borrower / Lender / instead of Mortgatator / Mortgatee… Had to google which is which ? !

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