Register & Recorder – FAQ’S

Frequently Asked Questions

Here you will find a list of most commonly asked questions for the Register of Wills & Recorder of Deeds Office.

The Register of Wills & Recorder of Deeds frequently receive requests for guidance in preparing and/or filing forms & documents. The Register of Wills & Recorder of Deeds Office is not authorized to offer opinions, directions or instructions on any matter that may be construed as legal advice.

Please note: This information is being issued to inform and not advise. These are general statements and individual situations may involve other laws, not referred to here.

Recorder of Deeds FAQ’s may include those questions relating to Real Estate records such as, but not limited to, deeds, mortgages, mortgage satisfactions, transfer tax, military discharges, etc.

Register of Wills FAQ’s may include those questions relating to estates, such as but not limited to, Short Certificates, Wills, Probate, Inheritance tax payments & returns, etc.

Most commonly asked questions to the Register of Wills & Recorder of Deeds office such as payment methods, searching, requirements, death certificates ect.