Wood County Gift Deed Form

Wood County Gift Deed Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Wood County Gift Deed Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Wood County Completed Example of the Gift Deed Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
All 3 documents above included • One-time purchase • No recurring fees
Immediate Download • Secure Checkout
Additional Wisconsin and Wood County documents included at no extra charge:
Where to Record Your Documents
Wood County Register of Deeds
Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin 54495-8095
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm M-F
Phone: (715) 421-8450
Recording Tips for Wood County:
- Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
- Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
- Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
- Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
Cities and Jurisdictions in Wood County
Properties in any of these areas use Wood County forms:
- Arpin
- Auburndale
- Babcock
- Blenker
- Hewitt
- Marshfield
- Milladore
- Nekoosa
- Pittsville
- Port Edwards
- Rudolph
- Vesper
- Wisconsin Rapids
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Wood County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Wood 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 Wood County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Wood 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 Wood 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 Wood County?
Recording fees in Wood County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (715) 421-8450 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
Gifts of Real Estate in Wisconsin
A gift deed, or deed of gift, is a legal document voluntarily transferring title to real property from one party (the grantor or donor) to another (the grantee or donee). A gift deed typically transfers real property between family or close friends. Gift deeds are also used to donate to a non-profit organization or charity. The deed serves as proof that the transfer is indeed a gift and without consideration (any conditions or form of compensation).
In order for a gift deed to be valid they must meet the following requirements: The grantor must intend to make a present gift of the property, the grantor must deliver the property to the grantee, and the grantee must accept the gift. A gift deed must contain language that explicitly states no consideration is expected or required, because any ambiguity or reference to consideration can make the deed contestable in court. A promise to transfer ownership in the future is not a gift, and any deed that does not immediately transfer the interest in the property, or meet any of the aforementioned requirements, can be revoked [1].
A lawful gift deed includes the grantor's full name and marital status, as well as the grantee's full name, marital status, mailing address, and vesting. Vesting describes how the grantee holds title to the property. For Wisconsin residential property, the primary methods for holding title in co-ownership are joint tenancy, tenancy in common, and community property. A grant of ownership of real estate to two or more unmarried persons is presumed to create a tenancy in common, unless a joint tenancy with the right of survivorship is specifically created in the conveyance. Real estate conveyed to spouses vests as community property (Wis. Stat. 700.02 onward; 766.605).
As with any conveyance of real estate, a gift deed requires a complete legal description of the parcel. In Wisconsin, if the legal description references a plat, the plat should be attached to the deed (Wis. Stat. 236.25). Recite the source of title to establish a clear chain of title, and detail any restrictions associated with the property. Record the completed deed, along with a Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer form. If the transfer form has not been completed, an exemption number must be present on the document.
The fee for recording a real estate document in Wisconsin is $30, regardless of the number of pages. The fee for a plat is $50. The current transfer fee rate is $3 per $1000 of value (Wis. Stat 59.43).
The grantor is responsible for paying the Federal Gift Tax. The IRS implements a Federal Gift Tax on any transfer of property from one individual to another with no consideration, or consideration that is less than the full market value. In accordance with federal law, individuals are permitted an annual exclusion of $15,000 on gifts. This means that if a gift is valued below $15,000, a federal gift tax return (Form 709) does not need to be filed. However, if the gift is something that could possibly be disputed by the IRS -- such as real property -- a grantor may benefit from filing a Form 709 [2].
In Wisconsin, there is no state gift tax. For questions regarding state taxation laws, consult a tax specialist. Gifts of real property in Wisconsin are, however, subject to the federal gift tax. The grantor is responsible for paying the federal gift tax; however, if the grantor does not pay the gift tax, the grantee will be held liable [1].
With gifts of real property, the recipient of the gift (grantee) is not required to declare the amount of the gift as income, but if the property accrues income after the transaction, the recipient is responsible for paying the requisite state and federal income taxes [3].
This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for the advice of an attorney. Contact a lawyer with any questions about gift deeds or other issues related to the transfer of real property. For questions regarding federal and state taxation laws, consult a tax specialist.
[1]
https://nationalparalegal.edu/public_documents/courseware_asp_files/realProperty/PersonalProperty/InterVivosGifts.asp
[2] http://msuextension.org/publications/FamilyFinancialManagement/MT199105HR.pdf
[3] https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/frequently-asked-questions-on-gift-taxes
(Wisconsin Gift Deed Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Wood County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Gift Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Wood County.
Our Promise
The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Wood County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.
Save Time and Money
Get your Wood County Gift Deed form done right the first time with Deeds.com Uniform Conveyancing Blanks. At Deeds.com, we understand that your time and money are valuable resources, and we don't want you to face a penalty fee or rejection imposed by a county recorder for submitting nonstandard documents. We constantly review and update our forms to meet rapidly changing state and county recording requirements for roughly 3,500 counties and local jurisdictions.
4.8 out of 5 - ( 4581 Reviews )
Larry J.
May 20th, 2019
we are hoping this is what we need. Thanks
Thank you!
Eva L.
June 19th, 2020
So far so good! I haven't had an opportunity to populate the forms but they seem to be very easy to do. The sample deed serves very well. Ordering the forms were very easy, I was impressed with the ease of doing so.
Thank you!
David L.
November 19th, 2021
Good quick service. The forms helped guide and explain each section and question.
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Tyrone L.
April 24th, 2025
Great time saver fast service
Your satisfaction with our services is of utmost importance to us. Thank you for letting us know how we did!
James P.
July 28th, 2020
I wish I used this site more often. The format is pretty easy but the messages were invaluable and the staff were great. I was able to complete my transaction in a Covid environment from the security of my own home. Great service and tools!
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Altaray S.
January 14th, 2019
Really fast turn around time, and was provided exactly what I was looking for this time. This is my first experience with this site. It would have been cool to also get a document depicting/describing a property line, but like I said before, exactly what I was looking for this time.
Thank you so much for your feedback Altaray, we really appreciate it.
Heather R.
May 31st, 2019
Fast and convenient service.
Thank you Heather, we appreciate your feedback.
David D.
February 11th, 2019
Quick, easy, thorough, reasonable price. Much better than trying to contact a paralegal (who do not usually respond quickly, it seems)
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Dennis D.
August 4th, 2022
Heard about this service from a lawyer who said their offic used it quite a bit.
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Will C.
April 8th, 2019
I was very happy with my interaction. The county didn't supply the book and page which was what I needed. The tech refunded my money since I didn't get the info I needed. I will use Deeds.com again.
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Suzanne R.
November 25th, 2020
I was very impressed with how user friendly, convenient, and efficient the whole process was. I will definitely use the service again sometime soon.
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Cruz C.
December 8th, 2020
L-o-v-e your site. Great over-all usable docs. thanks
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Kimberly M.
December 5th, 2019
I love Deeds.com. I've never had any issues with the service, getting documents back, etc.
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Trina P.
February 22nd, 2023
Deeds.com is a quick and effective way at finding property deeds. I had the results I needed in a couple hours without having to miss work to get to the clerks office, which is well worth the price of the service.
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Dianne M.
June 30th, 2023
I find the resources on this website so helpful. The service is outstanding. Thank you.
Thank you!