New York County Clerks & Recorders

In New York, real estate deeds, mortgages, and liens are officially recorded by the County Clerk (Office of City Register for NYC). Standard recording fees are governed by NY CPLR § 8021 & NY Tax Law § 1402 with a base fee of $50.00 for the first page and $5.00 for each additional page.

Transfer tax rules in New York: 0.4% state transfer tax ($2.00 per $500) + 1% mansion tax over $1M + NYC Real Property Transfer Tax (1% - 2.625%). Check your specific county requirements as local documentary stamps or municipal fees may also apply.

In New York, marriage license fees typically range around $40.00 ($35.00 in NYC City Clerk Marriage Bureau). The state requires a mandatory waiting period of 24 hours from application to marriage ceremony, and the license remains valid for 60 days. Mandatory 24-hour waiting period before ceremony can take place.

For New York, business name filings (DBA / Assumed Name) require a fee of approximately $35.00 and are processed through the County Clerk. Business Certificate (DBA) filed in the County Clerk's Office. In NYC, corporations and LLCs also have statutory publication requirements.