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Frequently Asked Questions

What is eRecording?

eRecording stands for electronic recording. It’s the process of preparing, transmitting, reviewing, and officially recording real estate documents electronically.

Why does eRecording matter?

Closing on a home, filing a lien, or working with property records requires documents to be recorded with the county. eRecording ensures ownership is protected, loans are secured, and property records remain accurate.

What documents can you eRecord?

Common documents that can be eRecorded include deeds, mortgages, liens, notice of commencements, releases, assignments, and affidavits.

The exact list varies by county based on their requirements and capabilities. Most jurisdictions support standard real estate and land record documents.

How much does it cost to eRecord?

The cost to eRecord typically includes standard county recording fees plus a service or transaction fee from the eRecording provider.

With Hopdox, there are no annual fees, licensing fees, or support fees. Just simple, pay-as-you-go pricing.

How long does it take to eRecord?

eRecording can take anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours, depending on the county’s processing times. Many documents are recorded the same day they are submitted. Turnaround times are significantly faster than traditional mail or in-person recording.

What happens if a document is rejected?

If a document is rejected, the county will provide a reason for the rejection, such as missing information or formatting issues. You can correct the issue and resubmit the document electronically.

What is eRecording software?

Hopdox is an eRecording software as a service (SaaS) that helps you prepare, send, review, and manage documents with counties nationwide. The process is simple, but behind the scenes, it’s built on secure technology and compliance.

What happens to documents when you eRecord with Hopdox?
  1. Prepare & Submit Upload or scan your document into Hopdox. Our system will prepare your documents and automatically auto index.
  2. Secure Transmission Documents & fees are transmitted to the county through encrypted channels. You can track the status of each document in real time.
  3. County Review County staff review the documents and check for formatting, fees, and legal compliance.
  4. Record and Return Once accepted, the document is officially recorders. Hopdox delivers a certified copy to you electronically.
  5. Managing Recorded Documents Hopdox allows you to manage your recorded documents. They are securely stored and back up within Hopdox.
  6. Reporting Hopdox delivers timely reporting to allow you to track and analyze all your recorded documents and associated fees.
How does Hopdox help county recorders?

Hopdox provides tools that streamline document intake, validation, and communication between submitters and county offices. It helps improve accuracy and speed up processing times. The platform is designed to enhance efficiency while maintaining compliance and security.

What makes Hopdox different from Simplifile?

Hopdox focuses on efficient, user-friendly workflows with flexible payment options. It emphasizes transparency, ease of use, and improved communication between all parties. This approach helps simplify the recording process for both submitters and counties.

Where can I do one-time eRecording?

While Hopdox doesn’t offer one-time recording, we love working with companies of all sizes, whether they’re well established or just getting started. Hopdox offers pay-as-you-go options without requiring an annual fee/subscription for multiple time submitters.

Who can eRecord?

eRecording is commonly used across the real estate industry, including counties and recording offices, title companies, banks and lenders, builders and contractors, and attorneys.