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01. Start with a blank Transfer Property Deed
Open the blank document in the editor, set the document view, and add extra pages if applicable.
02. Add and configure fillable fields
Use the top toolbar to insert fields like text and signature boxes, radio buttons, checkboxes, and more. Assign users to fields.
03. Distribute your form
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Step 1: Access DocHub to build your Transfer Property Deed.

Begin by accessing your DocHub account. Explore the advanced DocHub functionality free for 30 days.

Step 2: Navigate to the dashboard.

Once logged in, go to the DocHub dashboard. This is where you'll build your forms and manage your document workflow.

Step 3: Create the Transfer Property Deed.

Hit New Document and choose Create Blank Document to be redirected to the form builder.

Step 4: Set up the form layout.

Use the DocHub tools to insert and configure form fields like text areas, signature boxes, images, and others to your document.

Step 5: Insert text and titles.

Add necessary text, such as questions or instructions, using the text tool to lead the users in your document.

Step 6: Customize field settings.

Alter the properties of each field, such as making them required or formatting them according to the data you expect to collect. Assign recipients if applicable.

Step 7: Review and save.

After you’ve managed to design the Transfer Property Deed, make a final review of your document. Then, save the form within DocHub, transfer it to your chosen location, or distribute it via a link or email.

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The filing fee is generally $125 for residential and farm properties and $250 for all other properties. The county clerks office collects the RP-5217 filing fee. The county clerks office should be reviewing the RP-5217 forms for completeness, not for accuracy.
A New York deed must be filed with a Real Property Transfer Report (Form RP-5217). Form RP-5217 documents the details of the real estate transfer. The current owner and new owner must both sign the completed form.
Call 311 or 212-NEW-YORK (212-639-9675) for help. You can request a certified or uncertified copy of property records online or in person. Certified copies cost $4 per page. Uncertified copies printed at a City Register Office cost $1 per page.
To change a deed in New York City, you will need a deed signed and docHubd by the grantor. The deed must also be filed and recorded with the Office of the City Register. Transfer documents identifying if any taxes are due must also be filed and recorded with the City Register.
Sellers pay a combined NYC NYS Transfer Tax rate of 2.075% for sale prices of $3 million or more, 1.825% for sale prices above $500k and below $3 million, and 1.4% for sale prices of $500k or less.
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Related Q&A to Transfer Property Deed

The fees involved in filing a quitclaim deed depend on the type of real estate being transferred. Filing a deed for a farm or residential property typically costs $125 and $250 for other types of property. There may be additional fees involved when filing your forms.
If you need assistance in preparing a deed, you will need to contact an attorney. And once you have prepared your document, we would be happy to assist you with recording it in our office.
The New York State transfer tax is 0.4% for properties below $3,000,000 and 0.65% for those $3,000,000 and up. The New York City transfer tax is 1% for properties below $500,000 and 1.425% for those $500,000 and up. The transfer tax is based on the purchase price of the property.

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