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• What is the recording fee for a UCC? (uniform commercial code) The recording fee for this type of document will be $10.00 for the first page and...
• How do I process or record a deed and what are the fees? If you wish to transfer ownership, remove, or add a name to a piece of property y...
• What is a Lady Bird Deed? A "Lady Bird deed" (also known as an enhanced life estate deed) is a way to trans...
• How do I file an assignment of bid? An assignment of bid designates the name of the party to be listed on a certifica...
• How much does it cost to record a plat? How can I view a plat? How much is a copy of a Plat? The fees for recording plat's are:  $30 for the first page and $15 per page for e...
• Can I request copy/copies of documents: i.e. final judgment, deed, DD214, Last Will & Testament(deposited or filed)? Yes.  You can request files online, via email, or in person. NOTE:  Copies provid...
• Where do I file a Notice of Commencement? What is needed and what are the fees? You have the option of coming in or mailing your notice to either of the clerk's ...
• What is a Declaration of Domicile? A declaration of Domicile is a sworn statement for proof of residency of this sta...
• How do I search Official Records? You may search official records by visiting our website: www.okaloosaclerk.com th...
• How do I get a National background check? A national background check is completed through the FBI.   For further informati...
• What are Tax Deed Sales? Tax Certificates are sold each year and are handled by the Tax Collector based on...
• How do I get a surplus funds list (from Tax Deed sales) and who do I speak to? The Tax Deed surplus list is available on our website www.okaloosaclerk.com. Once...
• How far back do official records go on the clerks website? Official Records can be searched from the public records link from January 1, 198...
• How can I collect on a Judgment from out of State/County? Domesticate: If you have a final judgment in another County or State: If the Judg...
• How much does it cost to put a lien on someone? Do you have paperwork to file/record a lien? We can record a lien for anyone, provided they have the original signed and notar...
• How can I get a copy of a Death Certificate or Birth Certificate? In order to obtain original birth or death certificates you will need to contact ...
• What will happen if we do not turn in our marriage license to be recorded? You will still be married, however the State will not have any record of the marr...
• When I record a deed or other document will the original document be returned to me? (Original Notes, Original Mortgage) Yes, your original document is returned to you and will reflect the all of the re...
• I need a power of attorney, where do I go? A power of attorney is an important and powerful legal document, as it is authori...
• How can I obtain an Exemplified Copy? To obtain an Exemplified or Authenticated Copy, a request may be placed through r...
• If I need access to an old file that has been destroyed, what do I do? For cases that have met the retention period and have been destroyed pursuant to ...
• Can I view Official Records, Deeds or Deed Books online? Yes, we offer multiple viewing options. OPTION 1: For documents recorded after 19...
• Is it required to record a power of attorney and what is the cost to record? We are not able to interpret the law, we can, however, show what the law states r...
• I want to quit claim my property to my LLC or to a Trust. What are the fees to record? Recording Fees are $10 for the first page and $8.50 for each additional page.  We...