The se- curity or lease interest is embodied in a writing which evidences the debt. This writing constitutes the "chattel paper," which may consist of a conditional sales contract, a chattel mortgage, a security agreement or a chattel lease,2 with or without an accompanying negotiable instru- ment.
The traditional mortgage is only for stationary property. It's suited for long-term real estate investments. Chattel loans are for property that can be easily moved. They're also an option for borrowers who want their loans approved faster and with shorter repayment times.
So, who is responsible for recording a property deed? This responsibility typically lies with your title or escrow agent. They will “record” the deed by filling out and filing your original deed in the appropriate government office in your local county.
How do I change, add or delete a name on a deed? This can only be done by recording a new deed showing the change. Many people think they can come to our office and change the present deed on record. However, once a document or deed is recorded, it cannot be altered or changed in any way.
Recording requirements in Pennsylvania require that all mortgages presented for recording must have the signature of the holder, owner, assignee on any mortgage presented for recording. The document should contain the full name, residence (including street number) and the address of such holder, owner or assignee.
Contacting your title company is often all it takes to get this done. If you create a verbal agreement to add the person to the title. They have no legal obligation to contribute to mortgage payments. Unless they are co-borrowers.
Mortgages are filed with the county, making them public records. You should receive a copy of your mortgage note when you close on a house, or contact your lender or local county office for a new copy.
A correction deed, correction mortgage, or reformation deed is an instrument executed by the former grantor of an instrument that contains a certain defect or deficiency, or by said grantor's heirs, representatives, or assigns for the purpose of correcting or amending a mistake or defect contained in the instrument.
Deeds and mortgages and assignments must have certified grantee / mortgagee address; certifications should be signed. All checks must include the account holder's address. The recording and tax checks must be two separate checks, each payable to the "Recorder of Deeds."
How do I change my name on the deed? The Allegheny County Real Estate Office handles owner name changes, please call 412-350-4226. Please note, if any changes are made to the deed you must reapply for any programs (i.e., Homestead, Senior Citizen Tax Relief).