Don’t Be Fooled By Unnecessary Document Fees
One of our clients brought this to our attention after we recently prepared and recorded a deed for her.
She received two separate notices offering to provide a copy of her recorded document for $89 or $83. The notices both contained general information about her property available from the Flagler and Volusia Counties Property Appraisers website. Information about your home such as the square footage, lot size, date and amount of purchase and assessed value is all public record and is used to create this “Deed Processing” service.
Fortunately, the client called our office and spoke with the paralegal who prepared the document to see if this had anything to do with our firm. The paralegal advised her this was an unnecessary expense because we had already sent the client’s original recorded deed back to her and she did not need a copy for $89.
If you ever need a copy of your recorded document, contact the Flagler and Volusia Counties Clerk’s office. They will provide you with one for $1 per page; $2 if you need it certified.
If you are not sure of a notice or request for payment, don’t hesitate to contact our office for assistance!
About the Author
Chiumento Law, PLLC is one of the oldest law firms in Flagler and Volusia counties. The well-respected law firm is a full-service firm, with attorneys providing legal services to individuals, families, and businesses in Florida in a broad range of areas. Our practice areas include Elder Law, Bankruptcy Law, Family Law, Estate Planning, Business and Corporate Law, Real Estate law, Immigration Law, Criminal Law and Construction Law. The firm has offices in Palm Coast and Ormond Beach and handles both criminal and civil cases. At Chiumento Law, PLLC, we are proud of our long-term commitment to the Flagler and Volusia County community. Our lawyers are all active community members, and many have served in multiple positions in local government and community organizations.
Please contact us at (386) 445-8900 with any questions or to schedule a consultation.