What is the Real Estate Transfer Declaration for?

It reports details of a real estate transfer, including the property, deed, consideration, tax amount, and any claimed exemption, for purchasing village transfer stamps.

Who signs the declaration?

At least one grantee (buyer) and at least one grantor (seller) must sign the declaration. The instructions also call for a signed copy of the Illinois Tax Declaration form from the buyer or assignee.

How do I submit the Real Estate Transfer Declaration?

Present it to the Village of Harwood Heights at 7300 W. Wilson, Harwood Heights, Illinois 60706, when purchasing transfer stamps. Final water and sewer bills and building inspection fees must be paid in full before stamps are issued.

Harwood Heights, IL · Cook County

No notary required

Real Estate Transfer Declaration

Buyers and sellers complete this declaration to report a real estate transfer and present it to Harwood Heights when purchasing village transfer stamps.

What this form is

Harwood Heights requires this declaration when purchasing real estate transfer stamps for a property transfer. It asks for the property and deed details, the full actual consideration, transfer tax amount, any claimed exemption and supporting details, and grantor and grantee information and signatures. The instructions also require a signed copy of the Illinois Tax Declaration form from the buyer or assignee.

Who needs it

At least one buyer and one seller must sign and present the declaration when purchasing Harwood Heights real estate transfer stamps.

How to submit it

Present the completed form to the Village of Harwood Heights, 7300 W. Wilson, Harwood Heights, Illinois 60706, when purchasing transfer stamps. The instructions say final water and sewer bills and building inspection fees must be paid in full before stamps are issued.

About notarization

This declaration does not require a notary; the grantor and grantee sign it, and no notarized attachment or sworn step is listed.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Declaration
Download the Real Estate Transfer Declaration for your Harwood Heights property transfer.
2
Complete The Form
Enter the property, deed, consideration, tax, exemption, grantor, and grantee details requested on the declaration.
3
Gather Required Documents
If applicable, include exemption details and supporting documentation. Bring a signed copy of the buyer's Illinois Tax Declaration form.
4
Present It To The Village
Present the declaration to the Village of Harwood Heights when purchasing transfer stamps; pay final water and sewer bills and building inspection fees before stamps are issued.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Real Estate Transfer Declaration for?: It reports details of a real estate transfer, including the property, deed, consideration, tax amount, and any claimed exemption, for purchasing village transfer stamps.
Who signs the declaration?: At least one grantee (buyer) and at least one grantor (seller) must sign the declaration. The instructions also call for a signed copy of the Illinois Tax Declaration form from the buyer or assignee.
Do I need a notary for the Real Estate Transfer Declaration?: No. The declaration does not require a notary; the grantor and grantee sign it, and no notarized attachment or sworn step is listed.
How do I submit the Real Estate Transfer Declaration?: Present it to the Village of Harwood Heights at 7300 W. Wilson, Harwood Heights, Illinois 60706, when purchasing transfer stamps. Final water and sewer bills and building inspection fees must be paid in full before stamps are issued.

Need something notarized?

This Real Estate Transfer Declaration doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.