| Registry of Deeds |
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Ann Aiton (603)539-4263 |
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County registries record the purchase and sale of all land and buildings in the County, enabling people to prove ownership when they buy and sell property. Registers of Deeds also record liens against property for taxes or other debts. The registries collect state real estate transfer taxes on sales of land and buildings, sending 96% to the State and retaining 4% for county use. The Carroll County Registry of Deeds raises over $500,000 each year to support county operations and to reduce the amount to be raised by county property taxes. The Treasurer is responsible for managing county finances. The Treasurer collects taxes, borrows money to meet county needs, invests money not immediately needed to pay county obligations (with approval by county commissioners), and signs checks to pay county bills. |