Pleasants County Certification of Trust Form
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Pleasants County Certificate of Trust Form
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Pleasants County Certificate of Trust Guide
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Where to Record Your Documents
Pleasants County Clerk
St Marys, West Virginia 26170-1333
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Phone: (304) 684-3542 or 3513
Recording Tips for Pleasants County:
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
- Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
- Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
- Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
Cities and Jurisdictions in Pleasants County
Properties in any of these areas use Pleasants County forms:
- Belmont
- Saint Marys
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How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Pleasants 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 Pleasants County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Pleasants 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 Pleasants 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 Pleasants County?
Recording fees in Pleasants County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (304) 684-3542 or 3513 for current fees.
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The certification of trust is part of the Uniform Trust Code, codified in West Virginia at 44D-10-1013, and provides protection for parties doing business with trustees. The document "need not contain the dispositive terms of a trust" ( 44D-10-1013(d)) and, in West Virginia, is generally not recorded with land records. Rather, the certification is presented to third parties such as banks or other financial institutions doing business with a trustee.
Executed by any trustee, the certificate contains only the pertinent information required for the business at hand and is a basic summary of the trust instrument. It states that the trust exists and that it has not been revoked or modified in a way that would invalidate the information presented within. In addition, it requires the name of each settlor and acting trustee; the trustee's relevant powers; the name of anyone having a power to revoke the trust; the trust's taxpayer identification number; and the name by which the trust vests title to property. The form also details the signing authority of co-trustees, if applicable.
Each situation is unique, so contact an attorney with questions about the certification of trust or any other issue relating to trusts in West Virginia.
(West Virginia COT Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Pleasants County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Certification of Trust meets all recording requirements specific to Pleasants County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Pleasants 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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