
Where there is no consideration or where the amount is nominal, the basis of the transfer tax is the fair market value of the property conveyed. The tax is based upon the consideration paid for the transfer. less than 30% of FMV.Įach transfer of real property at the time the deed is submitted for recordation. Note: Fair market value is used when the consideration is nominal, i.e. Where there is no consideration or where the consideration is nominal, the tax is imposed on the basis of the fair market value of the property.ġ.1 % of consideration or fair market value for residential property transfers less than $400,000 orġ.45% of consideration or fair market value on the entire amount, if transfer is $400,000 or greater. The basis of the tax is the value of consideration given for the property. The recording of all deeds to real estate in the District. What are the filing fees to record documents? Information can be found in the Lower Income Homeownership Exemption Program. Is there information about Lower Income Tax Abatement? Please read the Process to Record a Foreign Judgment with the District of Columbia Recorder of Deeds. How do I record a foreign judgment with the Recorder of Deeds office? You will need the Notice of Mechanic's Lien. What do I need to record a Mechanic’s Lien? We recommend contacting a legal advisor for assistance in preparing documents. We can only provide the recording requirements for a particular document. The Recorder of Deeds Office cannot provide legal advice or assist in completing any forms. Will the Recorder of Deeds Office help me prepare my document? Visit Recorder of Deeds-Tax Forms/Publications (ROD 1, ROD 4, ROD 7, and ROD 8 forms). What documentation is required for recording a deed and/or for claiming exemptions? While a recital in the deed as to the date of death of the deceased tenant is helpful, such recital is not sufficient evidence for the Recorder of Deeds Office to conduct its review of ownership and therefore it will not take the place of a death certificate. In the case of a transfer of title from a surviving tenant, the Recorder of Deeds office requires at a minimum, a copy of the death certificate of the deceased tenant. What evidence does the Recorder of Deeds Office require in the case of transfer of title from a Surviving Tenant? Visit Recorder of Deeds-Tax Forms/Publications (ROD 1 and ROD 2 forms). What forms are needed to add/remove a person from a deed? Please read the Recorder of Deeds-Recording Requirements and Real Property Tax Database Search. What are the requirements for recording a document? You may contact our Customer Service staff by calling (202) 727-5374. The Recorder of Deeds is located at 1101 4th Street, SW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20024, and is open from 9 am to 3 pm for purposes of recording a deed and from 9 am to 4 pm for all other services. What are your hours and where are you located?

You should be able to locate these forms online at the IACA International Association of Commercial Administrators website. UCC documents can be recorded with the DC Office of the Recorder of Deeds. The mailing address is: DC Office of the Recorder of Deeds 1101 4th Street, SW, Suite 500 Washington, DC 20024. Payment in PERSON is accepted either in cash, by check, money order or credit card VISA or MasterCard only, BY MAIL with check or money order made payable to DC Treasurer, do not send blank checks. $31.50 for the recordation of Deeds and all other documents $156.50 for the recordation of any and all Deeds of Trust, mortgages, modifications to deeds of trust, amendments to deeds of trust, or amended and restated deeds of trust What is the fee to record a Deed and/or a Deed of Trust?

You may record your documents by visiting the office or mailing your documents to: How do I record my deed or other documents?ĭocuments may be presented for recordation electronically, in person, by mail.
