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Can anyone obtain information on file at the Register of Deeds office? |
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Yes, all records filed in the Register of Deeds office are public records. Anyone can view and obtain a copy of a public document in the office. |
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How do I remove or add a name to a deed? |
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You will have to have a new deed drawn up and filed. It is recommended that you consult an attorney. |
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Can you tell me if a lien has been removed from a piece of property? |
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You will need to consult an attorney. We do not perform title searches. |
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How do I obtain a copy of my divorce? |
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Divorces are on file in the Clerk of Superior Court's office. |
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Can I come in and fill out a form to register my business name? |
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No, we do not furnish forms. Please see the Assumed Name page. |
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How can I obtain a copy of the map of my property? |
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We have subdivision and condominium plats on file, not individual surveys. |
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Can you recommend an attorney? |
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No, North Carolina law prohibits the Register of Deeds from giving legal advice or referrals. |
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Can you tell me how much a piece of property sold for? |
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We can only tell you the amount of the excise tax stamp affixed to the deed at the time it was recorded. |
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What are excise stamps? |
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A tax of $1.00 per $500.00 (more easily calculated as $2.00 per $1,000.00) of the purchase price is mandated by NC state law to be paid by the grantor or seller. |
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Can you tell me when my house was built and it's square footage? |
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No, that information may be obtained from the Tax Department. |
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Do you file Wills? |
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No, they are filed in the Estate division of the Clerk of Superior Court's office. |
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There is a minor error on the document I recorded yesterday. What can I do? |
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You can re-record it with an explanation statement attached. You need Adobe Acrobat Reader© to view and print the  Explanation Statement
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