Missouri · Document Recording
Recording a Deed or Document in Mercer, MO
Mercer (population 3,404) records real-property documents through the Mercer County Circuit Clerk / Ex-Officio Recorder of Deeds (Tammy Crouse). 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.
Mercer recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Mercer County Circuit Clerk / Ex-Officio Recorder of Deeds (Tammy Crouse)
- Recording fee
- $24.00 first page (standard 8.5x11/8.5x14 real estate document) first / $3.00 per additional page add'l (+$25 non-standard document surcharge; copies $2 first page/$1 addl page; certification $1/document)
- Mailing address
- 802 E. Main St., Princeton, MO 64673-1240
- Phone
- 660-748-4335 (fax 660-748-4339)
- Checks payable to
- Mercer County Recorder of Deeds (unconfirmed exact payee line — verify by phone)
- Electronic recording
- Available via CSC
Formatting note: No mandatory cover sheet; an optional cover page is allowed and becomes page 1 if submitted
Can you e-record in Mercer?
Yes. Mercer accepts electronic recording through CSC, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
How to record a document in Mercer, Missouri
- Prepare the document so it meets Mercer 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 electronically through CSC, or by mail to Mercer County Circuit Clerk / Ex-Officio Recorder of Deeds (Tammy Crouse) at 802 E. Main St., Princeton, MO 64673-1240.
- Pay the recording fee ($24.00 first page (standard 8.5x11/8.5x14 real estate document) first / $3.00 per additional page add'l (+$25 non-standard document surcharge; copies $2 first page/$1 addl page; certification $1/document)).
- Receive the recorded instrument back with its book/page or instrument number as proof of record.
Let Jurably record it for you
Skip the courthouse. Upload your signed document to Jurably and we prepare it to Mercer standards, arrange remote online notarization if it is needed, e-record it through the county’s approved network, and return the recorded instrument — usually within a couple of business days. It is a self-help filing service, not legal advice.
Mercer recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Mercer?
The Mercer County Circuit Clerk / Ex-Officio Recorder of Deeds (Tammy Crouse) charges $24.00 first page (standard 8.5x11/8.5x14 real estate document) first / $3.00 per additional page add'l (+$25 non-standard document surcharge; copies $2 first page/$1 addl page; certification $1/document), with checks payable to Mercer County Recorder of Deeds (unconfirmed exact payee line — verify by phone). Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Mercer?
Yes. Mercer accepts electronic recording through CSC, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
Where do I send documents for recording in Mercer?
Mail recordings to Mercer County Circuit Clerk / Ex-Officio Recorder of Deeds (Tammy Crouse): 802 E. Main St., Princeton, MO 64673-1240 (660-748-4335 (fax 660-748-4339)).
Can Jurably record my document in Mercer for me?
Yes. Upload your signed document, and Jurably prepares it, arranges notarization if it is required, e-records it through the county’s approved network, and returns the recorded instrument to you — so you never have to visit the Mercer recorder in person.
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