Wake County Deed of Trust Form

Last validated September 16, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Wake County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Apex, Cary, Fuquay Varina, Garner, Holly Springs, Knightdale, Morrisville, New Hill and 6 more.

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Wake County Deed of Trust Form

Wake County Deed of Trust Form

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

Document last validated 9/9/2026
Wake County Deed of Trust Guidelines

Wake County Deed of Trust Guidelines

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document last validated 8/24/2026
Wake County Completed Example of the Deed of Trust Document

Wake County Completed Example of the Deed of Trust Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document last validated 9/10/2026
Wake County Promissory Note Form

Wake 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 8/27/2026
Wake County Promissory Note Guidelines

Wake County Promissory Note Guidelines

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document last validated 8/7/2026
Wake County Completed Example of the Promissory Note Document

Wake 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 8/17/2026
Wake County Subordination Agreements

Wake 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 7/13/2026
Wake County Annual Accounting Statement

Wake County Annual Accounting Statement

Mail to borrower for fiscal year reporting.

Document last validated 9/16/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Wake County Register of Deeds

Address:
300 S. Salisbury St., Suite 1700
Raleigh, North Carolina 27601

Hours: 8:30 to 4:45

Phone: (919) 856-5460

Mailing Address

Address:
P.O. Box 1897
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602

Hours: N/A

Phone: N/A

Recording Tips for Wake County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count

Cities and Jurisdictions in Wake County

Properties in any of these areas use Wake County forms:

  • Apex
  • Cary
  • Fuquay Varina
  • Garner
  • Holly Springs
  • Knightdale
  • Morrisville
  • New Hill
  • Raleigh
  • Rolesville
  • Wake Forest
  • Wendell
  • Willow Spring
  • Zebulon

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Wake County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Wake 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 Wake 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. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. 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 Wake County?

Recording fees in Wake County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (919) 856-5460 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 Wake County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

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

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Wake 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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