James City Deed of Trust and Promissory Note Form
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James City Deed of Trust Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

James City Deed of Trust Guidelines
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

James City Completed Example of the Deed of Trust
Example of a properly completed form for reference.

James City Promissory Note Form
Note that is secured by the Deed of Trust.

James City Promissory Note Guidelines
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

James City Completed Example of the Promissory Note Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.

James City 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.

James City Annual Accounting Statement
Mail to borrower for fiscal year reporting. (A request for payoff information under this section may be made one time within a 12-month period without charge) (6.2-418)
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Where to Record Your Documents
Clerk of the Circuit Court
Williamsburg, Virginia 23188-8218
Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm Monday-Friday
Phone: (757) 564-2242
Recording Tips for James City:
- Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
- Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
- Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
Cities and Jurisdictions in James City
Properties in any of these areas use James City forms:
- Jamestown
- Norge
- Toano
- Williamsburg
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Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in James City?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in James City, 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 James City you only need to order once.
What do I need to use these forms?
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Are there any recurring fees?
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How much does it cost to record in James City?
Recording fees in James City vary. Contact the recorder's office at (757) 564-2242 for current fees.
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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 the Commonwealth of Virginia, 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- Beneficiary (Lender) and a
3- Trustee (Neutral Third Party) (Our guidelines will show how to choose a Trustee at little to no cost)
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.
Due on Sale Clause: It allows the lender to call or modify the loan if the borrower conveys/sells the property. ("Notice - The debt secured hereby is subject to call in full or the terms thereof being modified in the event of sale or conveyance of the property conveyed.") Required format where (any loan is secured by a mortgage or deed of trust on real property comprised of one- to four-family residential dwelling units.) (VA. Revised Statutes 6.2-417)
These forms are flexible, they can be used for financing residential property, agricultural property, rental property, condominiums, and or small office buildings, with or without existing liens and encumbrances.
A "Special Provisions" section is included for any information specific to your transaction.
The Promissory Note offers options of financing, conventional installments, or installments combined with a balloon payment, common with Owner Financing transactions. Late Charges and Default rates are set within.
(Any lender or seller may impose a late charge for failure to make timely payment of any installment due on a debt, whether installment or single maturity, provided that such late charge does not exceed five percent of the amount of such installment payment and that the charge is specified in the contract between the lender or seller and the debtor.) (6.2-400 (B))
In addition to any other remedies available to Lender if this Note is not paid in full at the Maturity Date, Borrowers shall pay to Lender an Overdue Loan Fee, which fee shall be due at the time this Note is otherwise paid in full. The "Overdue Loan Fee" shall be determined based upon the outstanding principal balance of this Note as of the Maturity Date and shall be:
(a) one percent (1.0%) Of such principal balance if the Note is paid in full on or after thirty (30) days after the Maturity Date but less than sixty (60) days after the Maturity Date, or
(b) two percent (2.0%) of such principal balance if the Note is paid in full on or after sixty (60) days after the Maturity Date.
A Deed of Trust secured by a Promissory Note that includes stringent default terms, can be advantageous to the Lender and favorable to Owner Financing.
(Virginia DOT Package includes forms, guidelines, and completed examples) For use in the Commonwealth of Virginia only.
Important: Your property must be located in James City to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Deed of Trust and Promissory Note meets all recording requirements specific to James City.
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