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Preston County Memorandum of Trust Form

Preston County Memorandum of Trust Form

Preston County Memorandum of Trust Form

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

Document Last Validated 5/23/2025
Preston County Memorandum of Trust Guide

Preston County Memorandum of Trust Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 6/23/2025
Preston County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Trust Document

Preston County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Trust Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 7/17/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Preston County Clerk
Address:
Annex - 106 West Main St
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:
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Consider using eRecording to avoid trips to the office

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

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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 all formatting requirements set forth by Preston County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

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. 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 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 memorandum of trust, codified under the Estates and Trusts chapter of the West Virginia Code at 36-1-4a is executed jointly by all acting trustees and living settlors of a trust. It is recorded in the land records with an acquisition and/or conveyance of real property by a trust in order to maintain a clear account for potential title examinations.

A memorandum contains a statement that the trust exists and the date of the trust; the names of each settlor, current trustee, and successor trustee; the conditions under which the successor assumes trustee powers; and whether or not the trust is revocable. The form also requires a verbatim accounting of the trustee's powers "relative to the acquisition, sale, disposition, or encumbering of real property ... or the conveyance or disposition of real property," depending on the situation, and any restrictions on those powers (W. Va. Code 36-1-4a(a)(2)(iv)). Due to the nature of the transaction for which the memorandum is recorded, a legal description of the subject property is also required. The memorandum may also include the entire text "of any or all of the provisions of the trust" ( 36-1-4a(b)).

Each case is unique, so contact an attorney with questions about this form or anything else relating to trusts in West Virginia.

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

This Memorandum of Trust meets all recording requirements specific to Preston County.

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