Preston County Certification of Trust Form
Last validated October 19, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Preston County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Albright, Arthurdale, Aurora, Bretz, Bruceton Mills, Eglon, Independence, Kingwood and 6 more.
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Preston County Certificate of Trust Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.
Preston County Certificate of Trust Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.
Preston County Completed Example of the Certificate of Trust Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Preston County Clerk
Kingwood, West Virginia 26537-1131
Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 Tu - Fr; Mo until 5:30
Phone: (304) 329-0070
Recording Tips for Preston County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
- Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
- Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
Cities and Jurisdictions in Preston County
Properties in any of these areas use Preston County forms:
- Albright
- Arthurdale
- Aurora
- Bretz
- Bruceton Mills
- Eglon
- Independence
- Kingwood
- Masontown
- Newburg
- Reedsville
- Rowlesburg
- Terra Alta
- Tunnelton
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Preston County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Preston 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 Preston County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Preston 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 Preston 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 Preston County?
Recording fees in Preston County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (304) 329-0070 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 Preston County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Certification of Trust meets all recording requirements specific to Preston County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Preston 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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