Real Estate Recordings and Records

Recording Division: (706) 653-4358 Option 2 Records/Customer Service

Division: (706) 653-4358 Option 1

HB 586 CHANGES - EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2025

Effective July 1, 2025, House Bill 586 Amended Code Section 48-6-60 extends the maturity term from 3 years to 62 months. Notes with terms of 62 months or longer will be subject to intangible recording tax.

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HB 1292 CHANGES REAL ESTATE – EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2025

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House Bill 974 Real Estate Filing Requirements

House Bill 974 passed on April 4th, 2022 and was signed into law by Governor Kemp on May 2nd, 2022

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Filing Activity Notification System (FANS)

Muscogee County Superior Court Clerk's Office in conjunction with the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) is pleased to offer the Filing Activity Notification System, FANS, providing Georgia Citizens with tools to monitor activity regarding their property and records. FANS is a free, voluntary opt-in program that can be used to send electronic notifications of filing activity to individuals who create notifications in the system. To get started, go to https://fans.gsccca.org and follow the prompts. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the FANS, please contact the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority customer support at 1-800-304-5174 or help@gsccca.org. If you have received a notification alerting you of a filing notification, please contact our Real Estate Department at (706) 653-4358 option 2 or realestate@columbusga.org. We hope you find this service to be beneficial as Muscogee County Superior Court Clerk's Office continues to explore and implement new ways to improve services delivered to the citizens of Muscogee County

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The Muscogee County Superior Court Clerk’s office has been proudly offering online filing for Real Estate documents for over five years. In an effort to provide ease and convenience, Muscogee County Superior Court Clerk’s office, in conjunction with the Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority, has developed an online electronic filing portal. Go to http://efile.gsccca.org and register to begin the eFile process.

In order to eFile real estate documents in Georgia, users must have a participant ID. To register for the participant ID, go to www.efileregistry.org and register.

We hope that you find this service to be beneficial as Muscogee County Superior Court Clerk’s office continues to explore and implement new ways to improve services delivered to the citizens of Muscogee County.

Real Estate Recording Checklist

Intangible Tax Calculator

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the responsibility of the Real Estate Division?
As keeper of public records, we are responsible for filing, recording and indexing all deeds, liens, plats and UCCs related to real estate with Muscogee County.

Are original documents required for filing?
Yes. Original documents are required. Copies or faxes of originals are not accepted.

Do you provide legal forms for filing real estate documents?
No. We do not provide legal forms for filing real estate documents.

Contact

Physical:
Government Center
100 10th Street, 2nd Floor Tower
Columbus, GA 31901

Mailing:
Clerk of Superior & State Courts
P.O. Box 2145
Columbus, GA 31902

Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Holiday Schedule

The Office of the Clerk of Superior & State Courts observes the holiday schedule approved by the Columbus City Council. Our office will close on City holidays.

Holiday Schedule

Phone Numbers

Main: (706) 653-4370
Board of Equalization: (706) 225-4350
Customer Service: (706) 653-4358 opt. 1 Notary/Passports: (706) 225-3208
Real Estate Recording: (706) 653-4358 opt. 2
State Court Civil: (706) 653-4361
State Court Criminal: (706) 653-4368
Superior Court Civil & Domestic: (706) 653-4372
Superior Court Criminal: (706) 653-4353

In accordance with O.C.G.A. §15-19-51, the Clerk's Office is strictly prohibited from providing any legal advice. To ensure that all procedures are followed and the rights of all parties are protected, it is advised to seek legal counsel from a licensed attorney.

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