Shelby County Deed of Trust Form

Last validated April 29, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Shelby County Deed of Trust Form

Shelby County Deed of Trust Form

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

Document Last Validated 4/17/2026
Shelby County Deed of Trust Guidelines

Shelby County Deed of Trust Guidelines

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 4/29/2026
Shelby County Completed Example of the Deed of Trust

Shelby County Completed Example of the Deed of Trust

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 4/27/2026
Shelby County Promissory Note Form

Shelby 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 4/20/2026
Shelby County Promissory Note Guidelines

Shelby County Promissory Note Guidelines

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 4/24/2026
Shelby County Completed Example of the Promissory Note Document

Shelby 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

Document Last Validated 4/28/2026
Shelby County Subordination Agreements

Shelby 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 3/30/2026
Shelby County Annual Accounting Statement

Shelby County Annual Accounting Statement

Mail to borrower for fiscal year reporting.

Document Last Validated 4/10/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Shelby County Register of Deeds

Address:
1075 Mullins Station, Suite 165
Memphis, Tennessee 38134

Hours: 8:00 to 4:30 M-F

Phone: (901) 222-8100

Recording Tips for Shelby County:
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these

Cities and Jurisdictions in Shelby County

Properties in any of these areas use Shelby County forms:

  • Arlington
  • Brunswick
  • Collierville
  • Cordova
  • Eads
  • Ellendale
  • Germantown
  • Memphis
  • Millington

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Shelby County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Shelby 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 Shelby 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 Shelby County?

Recording fees in Shelby County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (901) 222-8100 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 Shelby County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

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

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