How can my quitclaim be exempt from Virginia recording taxes?

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How can my quitclaim be exempt from Virginia recording taxes?

My old roommate and I purchased my home in 1992. My roommate moved out, and I bought his share in the home. The mortgage is in my name. I have a notarized quitclaim deed that I would like to file with the Fairfax County, Virginia court. Since the quitclaim is not between husband and wife, I may have to pay recording tax. I understand I might be exempt from the recording taxes or fees, and I only need to reference the appropriate Code of Virginia. Can you recommend where I might learn the appropriate reference?

Asked on June 21, 2009 under Real Estate Law, Virginia

Answers:

MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 14 years ago | Contributor

You have to file it with the Court? Doesn't Virginia have a registry of deeds? That is where you file it.  Quitclaims merely transfer title without warranties. 

See the following and then inquire with the link below it: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/courts/circuit/pdf/CCR-A-50.PDF

http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/courts/circuit/pdf/CCR-A-61.pdf

http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/DTA/realestatetax_home.htm


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