Whatcom County Bargain and Sale Deed Form

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Whatcom County Bargain and Sale Deed Form

Whatcom County Bargain and Sale Deed Form

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Whatcom County Bargain and Sale Deed Guide

Whatcom County Bargain and Sale Deed Guide

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Whatcom County Completed Example of the Bargain and Sale Deed Document

Whatcom County Completed Example of the Bargain and Sale Deed Document

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Whatcom County Auditor: Recording

Address:
311 Grand Ave, Suite 103
Bellingham, Washington 98225

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

Phone: (360) 778-5100

Recording Tips for Whatcom County:
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Ask about accepted payment methods when you call ahead

Cities and Jurisdictions in Whatcom County

Properties in any of these areas use Whatcom County forms:

  • Acme
  • Bellingham
  • Blaine
  • Custer
  • Deming
  • Everson
  • Ferndale
  • Lummi Island
  • Lynden
  • Maple Falls
  • Nooksack
  • Point Roberts
  • Sumas

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Whatcom County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Whatcom County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (360) 778-5100 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

A bargain and sale deed is a conveyance of property rights wherein the grantor (owner) guarantees to the grantee (buyer) that during the time the grantor owned the real estate, he/she did nothing to cloud the title to the property.

In Washington, statutory bargain and sale deeds are governed by RCW 64.04.040. The statute defines the covenant to the grantee this way: "the grantor was seized of an indefeasible estate in fee simple, free from encumbrances, done or suffered from the grantor, except the rents and services that may be reserved, and also for quiet enjoyment against the grantor, his heirs and assigns, unless limited by express words contained in such deed; and the grantee, his heirs, executors, administrators and assigns may recover in any action for breaches as if such covenants were expressly inserted."

As with other deeds in Washington, record an executed bargain and sale deed at the recorder's office located in the same county as the land. Recording is the essential final step in land sales -- presenting the deed for entry into the public record keeps the property's chain of title updated and provides notice to any potential buyers about the change in ownership.

(Washington B&SD Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

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

This Bargain and Sale Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Whatcom County.

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