Each county maintains its own recorder's office responsible for filing and maintaining real estate records. Select your county below to find office locations, hours, fees, and requirements.
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About Iowa Recording
Real property records are maintained by the recorder in the county where the property is located. Real estate deeds that transfer property in Iowa can be recorded to provide constructive notice of the transfer. A document shall not be deemed lawfully recorded unless it has been previously acknowledged. All signatures in a document must be notarized.
Common Recorder Services
Most Iowa recorder offices provide:
- Real estate deed and mortgage recording
- Document searches and certified copies
- Lien and release recording
- Plat maps and property surveys
- UCC financing statements
Recording Process
When recording documents:
- Documents must meet state formatting requirements
- Recording fees vary by county
- Most offices accept walk-in and mail submissions
- E-recording available in participating counties
- Processing times typically 1-5 business days
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