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Once a deed is recorded it cannot be changed. We recommend you consult a real estate attorney or title company to prepare a new deed.

The PA deed transfer tax is generally about 2% of the final sales price, which consists of two different sets of fees: The state of Pennsylvania charges 1% of the sales price. The locality charges a second fee usually totaling about 1%, which is split between the municipality and school district.

In most counties deeds are searchable on the county government website for free. Copies of historical deeds cost a small fee and can be obtained in person or through request through the county website. All deeds are public record and there are no restrictions to view property ownership of any property for any time.

To add, remove, or change a name on a deed, have a lawyer, title company, or other real estate professional prepare the deed. Then, record the new deed with the Department of Records. Note: We recommend that you do not prepare a deed on your own. We also recommend that you get title insurance.

Include three certified checks: One to the Recorder of Deeds for $256.75, One to the City for 3.278% of the sale price (plus any assumed debt), and. One to the Commonwealth for 1% of the sale price (plus any assumed debt).

Get Your Deed Consumers can also go to the County Clerk's online record search at U.S. Land Records and print out a copy of your deed for free. Now Accepting Visa/Mastercard/Discover.

A Pennsylvania deed must be properly recorded and indexed to be effective against third parties. Deeds are filed for recording with the recorder of deeds for the county where the property is located. Recording must occur within 90 days after the transferor signs the deed if the transferor signs in Pennsylvania.