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Recording a Deed or Document in Simpson County, KY
Simpson County (population 19,594) records real-property documents through the Simpson County Clerk. Below is what it costs, how to submit, and how Jurably can prepare, notarize, and record your document for you — without a trip to the courthouse.
Simpson County recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Simpson County Clerk
- Recording fee
- $17.00 filing fee per one source; other sources show standard $50.00 deed fee (up to 5 pages) — conflicting, needs confirmation first / $3.00 per page over 3-5 pages (sources vary) add'l (+$4.00 per additional notation reference; deed transfer tax $0.50 per $500 value)
- Mailing address
- 103 W Cedar St / PO Box 268, Franklin, KY 42135-0268
- Phone
- (270) 586-8161
- Electronic recording
- Paper / mail
Can you e-record in Simpson County?
Simpson County records documents submitted by mail or in person. Jurably handles this on the paper rail — we prepare, notarize, mail, and track your document to a recorded instrument number.
How to record a document in Simpson County, Kentucky
- Prepare the document so it meets Simpson County formatting rules (legal description, grantee address, signature block, and the blank margin the recorder reserves for its stamp).
- Notarize it if the instrument requires acknowledgment — most deeds and affidavits do.
- Submit by mail to Simpson County Clerk at 103 W Cedar St / PO Box 268, Franklin, KY 42135-0268.
- Pay the recording fee ($17.00 filing fee per one source; other sources show standard $50.00 deed fee (up to 5 pages) — conflicting, needs confirmation first / $3.00 per page over 3-5 pages (sources vary) add'l (+$4.00 per additional notation reference; deed transfer tax $0.50 per $500 value)).
- Receive the recorded instrument back with its book/page or instrument number as proof of record.
How Jurably helps in Simpson County
Jurably isn’t a deed-filing desk — it’s how real-estate investors get the important paperwork done. If you’re under contract on a Simpson County property, we file a memorandum of contract to secure your equitable interest so the seller can’t sell out from under you. Need it notarized first? We handle online notarization or send a mobile notary to your signer. Then we record it — by certified mail on the paper rail — and return the recorded instrument. It’s a self-help filing service, not legal advice.
Simpson County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Simpson County?
The Simpson County Clerk charges $17.00 filing fee per one source; other sources show standard $50.00 deed fee (up to 5 pages) — conflicting, needs confirmation first / $3.00 per page over 3-5 pages (sources vary) add'l (+$4.00 per additional notation reference; deed transfer tax $0.50 per $500 value). Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Simpson County?
Simpson County records documents submitted by mail or in person. Jurably handles this on the paper rail — we prepare, notarize, mail, and track your document to a recorded instrument number.
Where do I send documents for recording in Simpson County?
Mail recordings to Simpson County Clerk: 103 W Cedar St / PO Box 268, Franklin, KY 42135-0268 ((270) 586-8161).
How can Jurably help with recording in Simpson County?
If you’re securing a real-estate contract, Jurably files a memorandum of contract in Simpson County to protect your equitable interest; we also notarize documents online or in person and record them for you. Upload your document and we prepare, notarize, and file it — so you never have to visit the Simpson County recorder in person.
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Jurably files a memorandum to protect your deal, notarizes what you need, and records it — no courthouse trip.