Promissory Note in Florida

Florida Requirements

• Civil usury cap: 18% on loans up to $500,000; 25% on loans above $500,000
• Criminal usury threshold: 25% (misdemeanor) and 45% (3rd-degree felony)
• Documentary stamp tax of $0.35 per $100 due on most promissory notes
• Identify maker, payee, principal, rate, payment terms, and default consequences
• Statute of limitations: 5 years on written contracts (Fla. Stat. § 95.11)

How to Complete This Form

1. 1Obtain a blank quitclaim deed form that complies with your state's requirements.
2. 2Enter the full legal name and address of the grantor (the person transferring the property).
3. 3Enter the full legal name and address of the grantee (the person receiving the property).
4. 4Include the complete legal description of the property (obtained from the current deed or county records).
5. 5Sign the deed in the presence of a notary public and any required witnesses.
6. 6File the deed with the county recorder's office along with any required transfer tax forms and fees.
7. 7Keep a copy of the recorded deed for your records.

Promissory Note in Other States

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