Houston County Deed of Trust Form
Last validated October 12, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Houston County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Erin, Stewart, Tennessee Ridge.
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Houston County Deed of Trust Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Houston County Deed of Trust Guidelines
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Houston County Completed Example of the Deed of Trust
Example of a properly completed form for reference.

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

Houston County Promissory Note Guidelines
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Houston County Completed Example of the Promissory Note Document
This Tennessee Promissory Note is filled in and highlighted, showing how the guideline information, can be interpreted into the document

Houston 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.

Houston County Annual Accounting Statement
Mail to borrower for fiscal year reporting.
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Additional Tennessee and Houston County documents included at no extra charge:
Where to Record Your Documents
Houston County Register of Deeds
Erin, Tennessee 37061
Hours: 8:00 to 4:30 M-F; Sat by appt
Phone: (931) 289-3510
Recording Tips for Houston County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
- Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
- Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
Cities and Jurisdictions in Houston County
Properties in any of these areas use Houston County forms:
- Erin
- Stewart
- Tennessee Ridge
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Houston County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Houston 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 Houston County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston County?
Recording fees in Houston County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (931) 289-3510 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
A deed of trust (DOT), is a document that conveys title to real property to a trustee as security for a loan until the grantor (borrower) repays the lender according to terms defined in an attached promissory note. It's similar to a mortgage, but differs in that mortgages only include two parties (borrower and lender).
In Tennessee, a Deed of Trust is the most commonly used instrument to secure a loan. Foreclosure can be done non-judicially, saving time and expense. This process is called a Trustee Sale.
There are three parties in this Deed of Trust:
1- The Grantor (Borrower)
2- Holder (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 advantageous to the Lender.
(Tennessee DOT Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Houston 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 Houston County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Houston 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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