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General Affidavit of Property Value

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GENERAL AFFIDAVIT OF PROPERTY VALUE

This General Affidavit of Property Value is executed as of the day of , by Affiant Name: whose address is and delivered to Recipient Name: located at .

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Affiant is the owner or legally authorized representative of the real property commonly described as: (the "Property"), and further identified by Parcel Number: ;

WHEREAS, the Affiant states that the Property was valued or sold on for a stated amount of ; and

WHEREAS, the Recipient requires a sworn affidavit of the Property's value to be relied upon in connection with transfer, tax assessment, financing, title matters or other lawful purposes.

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing recitals and the mutual provisions contained herein, Affiant certifies, warrants and affirms the statements set forth below.

1. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of this Affidavit, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth: "Property" means the real property described above; "Affiant" means the person executing this Affidavit; "Recipient" means the entity identified above that is receiving this Affidavit; "Effective Date" means .

2. STATEMENT OF VALUE

Affiant hereby states, under penalty of perjury, that the fair market value of the Property as of the Effective Date is and that such amount represents Affiant's honest, reasonable and good faith estimate of value based upon the facts and methods set forth in Section 3 below.

3. BASIS FOR VALUATION

Affiant declares that the valuation stated in this Affidavit is based upon one or more of the following sources (check all that apply) and the accompanying description of methodology:

4. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES

Affiant represents and warrants that: (a) Affiant has personal knowledge of the facts stated herein or has conducted a reasonable inquiry to verify them; (b) the statements contained in this Affidavit are true, correct and complete to the best of Affiant's knowledge and belief; and (c) there are no material facts concerning the Property's value known to Affiant that have been intentionally omitted from this Affidavit.

5. RELIANCE

Recipient and its successors, assigns, agents and counsel may rely upon this Affidavit in connection with tax reporting, title transfer, financing, closing and related matters. Affiant acknowledges that Recipient may act in reliance on this Affidavit and that Affiant shall be liable for any materially false statement made herein knowingly or with reckless disregard for the truth.

6. OATH AND VERIFICATION

I, , being duly sworn, depose and say that I am the Affiant named in this Affidavit, that I have read the foregoing Affidavit and know the contents thereof, and that the statements made are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information and belief, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of .

Sworn and subscribed before me in the County of , State of on .

7. NOTICES

8. GOVERNING LAW; MISCELLANEOUS

This Affidavit shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to principles of conflicts of law. The headings in this Affidavit are for convenience only and shall not affect interpretation.

Entire Agreement: This instrument constitutes the entire agreement and understanding between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous statements, negotiations and agreements, whether oral or written.

Severability: If any provision of this Affidavit is held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Amendments and Waiver: No amendment, modification or waiver of this Affidavit shall be valid unless in writing and signed by both Affiant and Recipient. The waiver by either party of any breach shall not operate as a waiver of any subsequent breach.

Counterparts: This Affidavit may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be an original and all of which taken together shall constitute one instrument.

Affiant:

By:

Date:

Recipient:

By:

Date:

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What the General Affidavit of Property Value Is and When it’s Used

A General Affidavit of Property Value is a sworn written statement that documents the declared monetary value of real property for a specific transaction or reporting purpose. It is commonly used in real estate closings, assessor filings, tax reporting, or when a county requires an explicit statement of sale price or market value. The affidavit identifies the property, parties, effective date, and the affiant's declaration of value under penalty of perjury, and it typically requires signature, date, and notarization or other authorized verification.

Why the affidavit matters for transfers and records

Using a clear General Affidavit of Property Value helps meet recording and tax reporting requirements, supports accurate assessment of property taxes, and creates a formal record that can reduce disputes about price or valuation.

Why the affidavit matters for transfers and records

Who typically completes and signs this affidavit

The affidavit is prepared by parties to a property transfer or their agents and reviewed by title or escrow professionals before signing.

  • Buyers and sellers — parties to the transaction who must attest to sale price and value.
  • Title companies and escrow officers — prepare, verify, and submit the affidavit during closing.
  • Lenders and underwriters — may require a signed affidavit to support loan underwriting or appraisal exceptions.

County recorders, assessors, lenders, and tax authorities are common recipients; accuracy is essential to avoid processing delays or penalties.

How to complete a General Affidavit of Property Value

Follow a consistent sequence to avoid errors and ensure the affidavit is accepted by recorders and other stakeholders.

  • 01
    Prepare document: Use a state- or county-accepted template with required fields.
  • 02
    Enter property details: Provide street address, legal description, and parcel/APN.
  • 03
    Declare value: State sale price or fair market value clearly and numerically.
  • 04
    Sign and verify: Affiant signs under penalty of perjury; notarize or RON if required.

Core elements that make a professional affidavit

A complete affidavit combines factual property identifiers, a clear value statement, affirmation language, and proper verification to be accepted by recorders and tax authorities.

Property identification

Street address, legal description, and assessor parcel number (APN) so the affidavit unambiguously ties to the correct property and county record.

Affiant details

Full legal name, contact information, and relationship to the transaction (buyer, seller, agent, trustee) to establish authority to declare value.

Value declaration

Clear statement of sale price or fair market value in USD, including whether the amount is a total consideration, net of concessions, or includes personal property.

Sworn statement

Language under penalty of perjury indicating the affiant affirms the truth of the value and facts, which is required for many official filings.

Verification block

Notary acknowledgment or remote online notary (RON) section with space for signature, seal, date, and notary commission details where applicable.

Attachments

Optional exhibits such as settlement statement, purchase contract, or appraisal to support the declared value and provide documentary backup.

Essential identifying information fields

Affiant Name: Full legal name
Property Address: Street, city, state, ZIP
Parcel / APN: County assessor number
Declared Value: Numeric USD amount
Effective Date: MM/DD/YYYY format
Notary Block: Signature and seal line

Common preparation and submission errors to avoid

  • Submitting incomplete property descriptions or wrong APNs, leading to indexing errors and delayed recording.
  • Mismatched names between the affidavit and government ID or deed, which can invalidate notarization or acceptance.
  • Failing to provide a clear numeric value or using vague phrases like 'reasonable value,' causing assessor or title questions.
  • Skipping notarization or using the wrong notary method when the county requires in-person or approved RON verification.

Consequences of inaccurate or late affidavits

Tax adjustments: Potential reassessment and retroactive tax bills
Fines and penalties: Local fines or processing fees
Legal exposure: Perjury or false statement risk
Recording delays: Escrow and closing holdups
Withholding risk: Backup withholding triggers if TIN issues
Title problems: Clouded title requiring remediation

Where the affidavit fits in the closing and recording flow

The affidavit normally moves with closing documents, then is submitted to title, escrow, or the county recorder according to local rules.

  • Prepare at closing: Escrow or attorney prepares and reviews affidavit
  • Affiant signs: Affiant signs before notary or via approved RON
  • Title/escrow files: Title or escrow attaches affidavit to recorder package
  • Recorder indexes: County recorder processes and indexes the document

Configuring an online affidavit workflow

Set up a clear digital workflow to collect signatures, verification, and attachments in the correct order for closing and recording.

Field Configuration
Upload Document PDF or DOCX; include exhibits
Place Fields Signature, date, text, and notary fields
Signer Order Affiant first, then notary and closing officer
Authentication Email, SMS code, or advanced auth

Digital filing and signature requirements

Identify the technical and legal steps required for e-signing and filing, including permitted file types and signer authentication.

  • Supported formats: PDF and Word DOCX widely accepted
  • Authentication: Email or SMS code plus audit trail
  • Integrations: CRM and storage integrations supported

Typical timing and submission expectations

Timing varies by county and closing schedule; confirm local recording windows and any assessor reporting deadlines before closing.

Before closing:

Affidavit finalized and signed prior to funding

Recorder submission:

File with county recorder as part of closing package

Assessor reporting:

Counties often receive sale notices shortly after recording

RON recordkeeping:

Audio-video retention 5–10 years where RON used

Allow processing time:

Expect at least several business days for indexing

Key milestones from preparation to recorded entry

Track these milestones to ensure the affidavit is completed and recorded without delaying closing or tax reporting.

01

Document Preparation

Draft and attach settlement statement and exhibits

02

Affiant Verification

Affiant reviews facts and signs under penalty of perjury

03

Notarization

In-person or RON notarization as required by jurisdiction

04

Recorder Filing

Title or escrow submits the affidavit for indexing

eSignature plan and feature comparison for affidavit workflows

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Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Frequently asked questions about affidavits and e-signature use

Answers to common questions about completion, notarization, electronic signatures, and filing to reduce confusion during closing and recording.


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