If the documents are hand-carried to our counter, the turn-around time is approximately 2 weeks. If mailed to us, it takes approximately 2-4 weeks to be returned. If the document came to us through a title company, it takes approximately 2 weeks after it is recorded before it is returned.

Yes, you can get a payoff amount for a foreclosure.

The state passed a law on April 1, 1997 that requires 2-1/2 inch top margin and 1/2 inch margin on all other sides. This is to allow room for the recording information, stamps, etc.

Any recording information that is available in the office is available on the website with the exception of plat maps or information prior to January 1, 1964.

We will make five pages for walk-in customers as a courtesy. We do not have the staff to make all the copies a customer may want while they wait. A customer may order more than five copies and we will process the request in the order it is received. Most requests are completed within 24-48 hours. Copies may be picked up in our office or we will mail them.

Per MCL 565.221(1) documents executed in the State of Michigan prior to April 6, 2017 must state the marital status of any male grantors, mortgagors or other parties. Documents executed on April 6, 2017 or later do not require that marital status be stated.

Documents executed in the state of Michigan prior to March 4, 2002 must have the signatures and printed names of two witnesses. The document must be notarized, with the notary showing their printed name, county of commission and expiration date. Documents executed after March 4, 2002 are still required to be notarized. Documents dated after March 5, 2002 do not need witnesses.

Warranty deeds, land contracts or any other deed containing a warranty clause must be tax certified at the Treasurer's Office to show the property taxes are up to date. There is a $5.00 fee for the certification.

Death certificates submitted for recording must be certified with an embossed seal.